AFL Players Referred to Police as Detectives Probe Sexual Assault

Several players from the Sydney Swans have been referred to Victoria Police following an alleged incident in Melbourne on Sunday night, the club said.

Victoria Police are also investigating a separate report of a sexual assault at a hotel on Wellington Parade in East Melbourne.

Chief executive Matthew Pavlich told reporters the club was “still piecing together exactly what transpired” and would not disclose details or whether any arrests had been made.

The league confirmed Sydney had notified the AFL of the matter, which is now under police scrutiny.

The circumstances remain unclear, with Police spokespersons stating the investigation is ongoing and no facts have been confirmed yet.