Five Swans remain suspended as assault probe finds no charges
Police gave no updates on the Pullman Hotel allegations from August 17.
Five Sydney Swans players were suspended after allegations at Melbourne's Pullman Hotel in August. Police questioned Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner, Nick Blakey, James Jordon, and Riley Bice over the incident.
No charges have been laid months later. Riley Bice has been cleared and is treated as a witness.
The Herald Sun reports that charges may be "difficult to prosecute" after police reviewed statements. A brief of evidence is expected by the end of October.
The players are expected to return when pre-season training begins in November.
- August 17
- Incident date
- Pullman Hotel, Melbourne
- Location
- November pre-season training
- Expected return
Why it mattersThe five players remain in legal and professional limbo with no charges, making their future at the club uncertain.
AustraliaSydney Swans face uncertainty over five key players' availability for next season, affecting their list planning and competitive outlook.
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