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CibbuanoSaints suspend Lovett indefinitely
December 24th 2009 04:00
STAR St Kilda recruit Andrew Lovett has been suspended indefinitely by the Saints after a woman levelled sexual assault allegations against the former Essendon speedster.
Victoria Police are currently investigating the alleged incident which reportedly took place in Port Melbourne on Thursday morning.
St Kilda said in a statement they were 'gaining a better understanding of these allegations' and that they were treating the matter 'very seriously'.
"At this time, the club has suspended Andrew Lovett indefinitely. Andrew will not be involved with the club in any shape or form until a further decision is made," the statement read.
"We are informed that when Victoria Police have completed their investigation, they will decide whether or not he will be charged."
"Victoria Police have confirmed that there is no suggestion of improper conduct of any other Saints players."
The allegations come after Lovett was arrested and charged with being drunk in a public place last month - just six weeks after being traded to the Saints.
The 27-year-old has a long history of poor off-field behaviour. In February 2007 he faced court to answer charges that he breached an intervention order taken out by his former girlfriend who claimed he assaulted her
In 2008 he was suspended twice by the Bombers after missing recovery sessions and lost his driver's licence for accumulating demerit points.
Then in June of this year Lovett appeared in court after being charged with driving without a licence.
Lovett played 88 games and kicked 93 goals in five seasons with Essendon.
Victoria Police are currently investigating the alleged incident which reportedly took place in Port Melbourne on Thursday morning.
St Kilda said in a statement they were 'gaining a better understanding of these allegations' and that they were treating the matter 'very seriously'.
"At this time, the club has suspended Andrew Lovett indefinitely. Andrew will not be involved with the club in any shape or form until a further decision is made," the statement read.
"We are informed that when Victoria Police have completed their investigation, they will decide whether or not he will be charged."
"Victoria Police have confirmed that there is no suggestion of improper conduct of any other Saints players."
The allegations come after Lovett was arrested and charged with being drunk in a public place last month - just six weeks after being traded to the Saints.
The 27-year-old has a long history of poor off-field behaviour. In February 2007 he faced court to answer charges that he breached an intervention order taken out by his former girlfriend who claimed he assaulted her
In 2008 he was suspended twice by the Bombers after missing recovery sessions and lost his driver's licence for accumulating demerit points.
Then in June of this year Lovett appeared in court after being charged with driving without a licence.
Lovett played 88 games and kicked 93 goals in five seasons with Essendon.
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