Five Australian rules footy players suspended amid police investigation
The suspensions, for drinking and inviting women to a hotel, come as police investigate an alleged sexual assault.
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"We respect there is an ongoing investigation by Victoria Police and the actions we have taken today are independent of this."
— Andrew Pridham , Executive
"We're deeply embarrassed and ashamed that the poor choices of five of our players, and the impact that's had on the women involved and also the club."
— Matthew Pavlich , Executive
"deeply concerning"
— Andrew Dillon , Executive
Key People
Andrew Dillon is the chief executive of the Australian Football League.
Andrew Pridham is the chairman of the Sydney Swans.
Chad Warner is an Australian rules football player for the Sydney Swans in the AFL.
Isaac Heeney is an Australian rules football player for the Sydney Swans in the AFL.
James Jordon is an Australian rules football player for the Sydney Swans in the AFL.
CEO of the Sydney Swans, a professional Australian rules football team.
Nick Blakey is an Australian rules football player for the Sydney Swans in the AFL.
Riley Bice is an Australian rules football player for the Sydney Swans in the AFL.
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The suspensions, for drinking and inviting women to a hotel, come as police investigate an alleged sexual assault.
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