NRL ban Jack Wighton for 10 matches, impose $30,000 fine
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NRL ban Jack Wighton for 10 matches, impose $30,000 fine
Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
THE immediate playing future of Canberra star Jack Wighton is under a cloud over allegations he was involved in a serious assault of up to three men at an ACT nightclub before the start of the season.
Read more: https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport ... cc74c57c15
THE immediate playing future of Canberra star Jack Wighton is under a cloud over allegations he was involved in a serious assault of up to three men at an ACT nightclub before the start of the season.
Read more: https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport ... cc74c57c15
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He and a mate were in an alleged fight with four other men in the pre-season at a nightclub in Canberra. We told the integrity unit straight away. Police are now looking likely to press charges, although no mention of what they are or if they are even against him. If he is charged the Integrity unit would take action.
I find the timing of this getting out very interesting.
I find the timing of this getting out very interesting.
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Re: Jack Wighton in Strife?
Far out. Alleged so far so innocent until proven guilty but come on now. How hard is it to stay out of trouble.
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Re: Jack Wighton in Strife?
The article says police have CCTV footage and interviewed Wighton and are set to press charges.
Wighton was out with a friend — not a footballer — when the pair allegedly became involved in an argument and then a fight with a group of four men.
Wighton was out with a friend — not a footballer — when the pair allegedly became involved in an argument and then a fight with a group of four men.
Re: Jack Wighton in Strife?
I'd heard about this over the past few months. I was waiting for it to drop, and what an opportune time!
We continue to **** about with blokes that are part of some fraternity. It's infuriating.
Re: Jack Wighton in Strife?
Given the NRL Track record you would think it would have to be pretty serious charges to get him sacked and banned for any signifigcant period of time.
Re: Jack Wighton in Strife?
Great time to make an example of someone again to take the focus away from Matt Lodge and the appalling officiating that has been the focal point of the season so far.
We continue to **** about with blokes that are part of some fraternity. It's infuriating.
Re: Jack Wighton in Strife?
Cotric's time to shine I guess*
*Allegedly. Will wait to see what actually occurs
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Re: Jack Wighton in Strife?
We’re full circle now ladies and gentlemen. We’re back in 2013.
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Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
There was whispers about this 2 months ago... no idea why it comes out now.
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Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
He's been in good form to start the year. Maybe the rest of the boys need to punch on too.
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Police are about to lay charges?Sydney Raider wrote: ↑April 3, 2018, 11:52 am There was whispers about this 2 months ago... no idea why it comes out now.
Buzz had it that far down his list of scheduled crises?
We realised paying him 700k was crazy?
That last one is more of a Roosters move though.
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Re: Jack Wighton in Strife?
Yeah, I heard about this in the leadup to the Titans game, apparently it's why Abbey was flown up last minute.
I'm just surprised it's taken this long for the story to drop!
My question is, though... does this buy Stuart more time or less??
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Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
Very weird timing considering it was in preseason...makes you wonder why it's come out now
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Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
Probably because police are laying charges. Previously it was just being investigated?
Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
It's not his go!
He was suffering from a mental condition at the time!
He's been doing charity work and counselling since the incident!
He hasn't touched a drop of alcohol! (since this story broke)
It's not his go!
He was suffering from a mental condition at the time!
He's been doing charity work and counselling since the incident!
He hasn't touched a drop of alcohol! (since this story broke)
It's not his go!
We continue to **** about with blokes that are part of some fraternity. It's infuriating.
Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
It seems like no one was seriously injured, nobody was on drugs and it wasn't directed at a woman or animal, so I don't think the NRL has any benchmarks for punishment.
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Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
Canberra Raiders Club Statement: Jack Wighton
The Canberra Raiders are aware of an incident involving Jack Wighton and have been cooperating with ACT Policing on their investigation.
The Raiders have notified the NRL Integrity unit and will be not making any further comment as the incident is an ongoing police investigation.
Canberra Raiders media
The Canberra Raiders are aware of an incident involving Jack Wighton and have been cooperating with ACT Policing on their investigation.
The Raiders have notified the NRL Integrity unit and will be not making any further comment as the incident is an ongoing police investigation.
Canberra Raiders media
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Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
Yep, been consistently one of our best in the opening rounds. You might be on to something. Time for a good old bonding session for the team
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Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
Everyone knows about this.
About time it came out. Good riddance. Get Cotric in at fullback.
About time it came out. Good riddance. Get Cotric in at fullback.
Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton reportedly facing assault charges
Police are reportedly set to press charges against Canberra Raiders fullback Jack Wighton over a pre-season nightclub incident. The Daily Telegraph is reporting Wighton was involved in a serious incident with up to three men at a nightclub in the ACT. Police have reportedly studied CCTV and are about to press charges.
Read more: https://au.sports.yahoo.com/league/a/39 ... t-charges/
Wighton allegedly involved in nightclub incident: https://www.nrl.com/news/2018/04/03/jac ... -incident/
Canberra Raiders, NRL and ACT police investigate Jack Wighton incident: http://www.canberratimes.com.au/rugby-l ... 0y9bt.html
Police are reportedly set to press charges against Canberra Raiders fullback Jack Wighton over a pre-season nightclub incident. The Daily Telegraph is reporting Wighton was involved in a serious incident with up to three men at a nightclub in the ACT. Police have reportedly studied CCTV and are about to press charges.
Read more: https://au.sports.yahoo.com/league/a/39 ... t-charges/
Wighton allegedly involved in nightclub incident: https://www.nrl.com/news/2018/04/03/jac ... -incident/
Canberra Raiders, NRL and ACT police investigate Jack Wighton incident: http://www.canberratimes.com.au/rugby-l ... 0y9bt.html
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Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
Charged for fighting ??
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Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
This will drag out for ever. I'd assume he keeps playing while the court case drags on.
Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
I'd suggest he is dropped immediately. Punching on in the city isn't a smart idea.
The Raiders have the opportunity to make a stand on this sort of thing - and I'd hope they would take it.
The Raiders have the opportunity to make a stand on this sort of thing - and I'd hope they would take it.
Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
This is CRAP, why release it now?
this is going to derail our already derailed season lol
i do feel for jack, he gives 100% every game and wouldnt want him playing for any other club
this is going to derail our already derailed season lol
i do feel for jack, he gives 100% every game and wouldnt want him playing for any other club
Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
Released now because the investigation has been finalised and charges are to be laid.
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Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
GE was right about the city!!!
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By “make a stand” you mean terminate his contract and let the Roosters sign him?
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I thought this kind of thing ended when the Private Bin shut
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Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
I heard this happened around or after the bulldogs trial....Blessing in disguise if he misses some games bcoz I think Abbey has the tools and will surprise some people in the nrl
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Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
It happened his bday weekend which was the Superbowl weekend.
It's been floating around for ages.
And I for one could not be happier about it. It's time this club moved on. Let's hope Ricky and the QLC Management follow closely.
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It's been floating around for ages.
And I for one could not be happier about it. It's time this club moved on. Let's hope Ricky and the QLC Management follow closely.
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Re: Canberra Raiders star Jack Wighton in alleged nightclub fight
Northern Raider wrote: ↑April 3, 2018, 12:33 pmBy “make a stand” you mean terminate his contract and let the Roosters sign him?
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Re: Jack Wighton in Strife?
I know of a certain identity (not a footballer) in Canberra who used to go out with a couple of guys as security. Not for his protection, but to stop idiots trying to prove themselves by taking him on. If they had managed to get to him, it would have been very, very ugly for them.CJR wrote: ↑April 3, 2018, 11:38 am Far out. Alleged so far so innocent until proven guilty but come on now. How hard is it to stay out of trouble.
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Footballers are in the public eye and for some, this means they are a target.
I don't know what happened here; I'm just addressing this question.
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