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North Melbourne footballer Majak Daw has been charged by the Victorian Police with three counts of rape for an alleged incident that occurred in 2007.
A spokesperson from Victoria Police confirmed that charges had been laid against a 23-year-old man from Wyndham Vale.
The spokesperson went on to state: “The charges relate to an alleged historical assault in Altona North in 2007. As the matter is before the courts, Victoria Police will not be making any further comment.”
It is being reported that Daw has denied the allegations.
In a statement on their website, the North Melbourne Football Club confirmed the charges against Daw.
The club also indicated that the troubled star would continue to play while the legal proceedings played out.
“The club respects the integrity of the legal process and asks the right to privacy of all involved be respected.
“North Melbourne will support Majak and he will remain available for selection at VFL and AFL level.
“This is the subject of an ongoing legal proceeding and it is not appropriate for Majak or North Melbourne to make any comment.”
The AFL’s General Counsel, Andrew Dillon has said the AFL supported the initial response from the Club to the charges being laid.
“This is a very serious matter and it is being treated very seriously by the Club and the AFL,” Mr Dillon said.
“It is now important that the legal process be allowed to run its course. The AFL acknowledges the importance of the presumption of innocence in this case and also the need to treat all parties with respect and understanding.
“Given the specific circumstances of the case, the AFL has determined that the player remains available for selection. However, we will monitor the case and reserve the right to take action under our rules if deemed appropriate.”
Daw’s managment, Elite Sport Properties, released a statement indicating they would support Daw throughout the legal process.
“He is entitled to a presumption of innocence and we would ask that this and the right to privacy of all involved be respected.
“Majak Daw will be supported through the process by ESP and his legal representatives.”
After being drafted to North Melbourne in 2009, Daw made his debut in the 2013 preseason competition. Since then he has struggled to hold a regular spot in the Kangaroos lineup, kicking 14 goals in 10 appearances.
As the AFL’s first Sudanese-Australian player, Daw’s short career has been marred by incidents relating to racial abuse against him.
The North Melbourne Kangaroos have declined to comment further at this stage.
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