- Melbourne Demons AFL player is accused of sexually assaulting a woman in Bali
- Victoria Police say a woman came to them in October, alleging the sexual assault
- Woman has had case referred to Indonesian authorities who are investigating
An AFL player has been accused of sexually assaulting a woman in Bali during their end of season celebrations.
Victoria Police say a woman came to them in October, alleging the assault occurred in September on the Indonesian island. They are currently investigating the player.
However, police say the woman did not make a formal statement and she was advised primacy of the investigation will sit with Indonesian authorities.
The man in question plays for the Melbourne Demons.
The club released a statement on Thursday, saying they are aware of the allegations against their player.
‘The Melbourne Football Club is aware of allegations involved with the player. The club has referred the matter to the AFL Integrity Unit,’ the Demons said.
‘The Melbourne Football Club will fully co-operate with the process and while this is undertaken the club will make no further comment in response to the matter.’
A Melbourne Demons player has been accused of sexually assaulting a woman in Bali during their end of season celebrations
In a statement Victoria Police confirmed they received a report but say the woman is yet to take formalise the allegations.
‘Police have spoken to the complainant however the complainant has not engaged investigators further and a formal statement has not been made,’ the statement reads.
‘The complainant was advised that primacy of the investigation will sit with Indonesian authorities. They are always in control of what happens next.
‘The reality is that some victims come to us to have their story heard, but they may not want to go through the process of a court case.
‘We want victims to receive the assistance they deserve — whether that be from us or from support services.’