Perth Royal Show removes Heeney merchandise over assault investigation
Perth Royal Show removed Isaac Heeney merchandise over a sex assault investigation.
The Perth Royal Show's $36 AFL showbag had a tumbler with Heeney's name and image on it. On Monday, the Royal Agricultural Society removed it after press inquiry.
The supplier took out the cup in less than an hour. The listing was updated right away.
Heeney is a 30-year-old Sydney Swans star. He is under police investigation over an alleged incident at Melbourne's Pullman Hotel on 17 August.
Multiple big sponsors have paused or dropped work with him. They include Colgate, Telstra, Nike, and Volkswagen.
Publisher Allen & Unwin paused work on his children's books. They also stopped a third book from being published.
Kmart removed his licensed bobblehead from sale.
- $36 AFL showbag
- Showbag price
- 30 years old
- Heeney's age
- 17 August at Melbourne's Pullman Hotel
- Incident date
- Colgate, Telstra, Nike, Volkswagen
- Sponsors paused
Why it mattersWhen athletes face serious allegations, companies move away fast to protect their brand and public trust.
AustraliaAustralian retailers and sponsors are reviewing merchandise and partnerships with Heeney as the investigation continues.
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