Richie Fa'aoso charged with domestic violence

It's amazing the amount of guys in prison who have had serious head injuries at some stage of their life. Of course there's no excuse for Fa'aoso, but I hope that hasn't contributed to it. :(

As you say Afro, he'd have been about the last player I'd expect to hear about this from.
 
Manly statement:

The Manly Warringah Sea Eagles were made aware of an incident last night involving Richie Fa’aoso for which he was detained by police and charged.

The incident has been reported to the NRL Integrity Unit which is investigating the matter and the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles will fully cooperate with both the Police and the NRL Integrity Unit during this process.

Richie has the full support of his wife and family and is presently undergoing counselling. He will appear in Campbelltown Local Court tomorrow.

Further to this, the family has asked us to make it clear that this is not a domestic violence matter and that they be afforded some privacy at this time.

There will be no further comment made by the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles at this stage.
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Glad to hear it doesn't involve domestic violence, at least.
 
NRL statement on Richie Fa'aoso

NRL
12:44pm Mon 25th November, 2013

The National Rugby League Integrity Unit is investigating an incident in relation to Manly's Richie Fa'aoso and is assisting with counselling support for both him and his family.

The NRL was advised of the player being charged last night and the Integrity Unit has been in contact with both the Police and the Club.

"We have clear procedures on any behavioural matter and Manly has complied with those," NRL Chief Operating Officer, Mr Jim Doyle, said today.

"There are police matters here that we have to allow to take their course but we are also able to look at some issues and to ensure that there is welfare support for the player and his family.

"Until we do have the opportunity to assess the facts it is not possible to make any further comment."


http://www.nrl.com/nrl-statement-on-richie-faaoso/tabid/10874/newsid/75511/default.aspx
 
Alicia said:
He's a pretty loose cannon on the field so doesn't exactly surprise me.
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I actually know his ex from Newcastle. She says he was extremely quiet and his aggression on the field was complete opposite to his personality. But yeah he didn't really talk at all.

Naturally he is a reserved person, but I don't know the circumstances so I can't judge.
 
He seems so shy and innocent, little cutey he is. Just want to give him a big hug!

Would absolutely hate to tackle but...
 
Manly star Richie Fa'aoso fronts court after alleged domestic violence incident


  • BEN MCCLELLAN
  • NEWS LIMITED
  • NOVEMBER 26, 2013 3:54PM

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Richie Fa'aso entering Campbelltown court this morning. Source: News Limited



CONTRITE NRL star Richie Fa'aoso has pleaded guilty to drink driving but will contest charges of malicious damage and failing to stop after an alleged domestic row, saying outside court:"I'd never hurt my wife or family".

The 29-year-old, who was due to receive news on his playing future after breaking his neck in September's NRL finals, apologised outside Campbelltown Local Court after allegedly smashing a screen door and a bedroom window at his Macquarie Fields home causing his pregnant wife Torise to flee on Sunday afternoon.

"It was a bad decision, I take full responsibility for my actions. I am not a violent person, I would never hurt my wife (or family)," he said.

"I just want to apologise to anyone out there that I let down and I thank the NRL, Manly Sea Eagles and my family and friends for their support through this difficult time."

The Tongan International didn't say what caused him to fly into the alleged rage or answer any questions.

Mrs Fa'aoso didn't comment as she left court 10 minutes after her husband was whisked into a 4WD outside the court.During the brief appearance Fa'aoso pleaded guilty to mid-range drink driving after blowing 0.126 in King Rd, Ingleburn, at 3,30pm on Sunday.

He will contest allegations at the same court on January 23 that he knocked over furniture, kicked a rear screen door off its hinges and smashed a bedroom window.

Police allege when he followed his wife to a home in Ingleburn in his car, when police became involved, he failed to stop and a short pursuit ensued before he stopped near Currawong St on King Rd.

Fa'aoso was also issued with a Domestic Apprehended Violence Order and he must not go near his wife within 12 hours of drinking or taking any illicit drugs, damage any property or harass or intimidate her as conditions of his continued bail.

Manly put out a statement yesterday denying there had been any domestic violence and it is understood police were called by Mrs Fa'aoso because she was worried about him harming himself, not her.

"The family has asked us to make it clear that this is not a domestic violence matter and that they be afforded some privacy at this time," the Sea Eagles statement said.

The incident has been reported to the NRL Integrity Unit and Fa'aoso is presently undergoing counselling.

It was reported Fa'aso may have been suffering depression since breaking his neck in Manly's finals win over South Sydney, costing him a chance at back-to-back grand finals after playing in the Storm's victorious 2012 side, as well as putting his playing future in doubt.

It was one of several head knocks Fa'aoso suffered throughout the season.The 2009 Tongan player of the year had a turbulent debut season at Brookvale.

He was suspended twice early in the year for a dangerous throw of Rabbitohs fullback Greg Inglis in April, which cost him two months on the sidelines, a month after serving a one-week ban for a shoulder charge on Gold Coast forward Ashley Harrison that knocked the Titan out.

The journeyman has played for seven clubs after the Brisbane born player, who played his junior league for North Aspley, was picked up by Penrith in 2004.

He played one season with English SuperLeague team Castleford before playing 99 games for the Newcastle Knights from 2008 to 2012.

He signed with the Storm in 2012, playing six games, but signed a two-year deal with Manly shortly after signing the short-term deal with Melbourne.


http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sp...iolence-incident/story-fni3gnk1-1226768828538
 
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Manly Sea Eagles player Richie Fa'aoso placed on a 12-month good behaviour bond


  • AAP
  • JANUARY 23, 2014 12:43PM

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Manly's Richie Fa'aoso attempts to bust the tackle in a clash against the Panthers. Source: News Limited


MANLY says it will review a court's findings against prop Richie Fa'aoso before making any recommendations about potential sanctions to the NRL's integrity unit.

Fa'aoso was on Thursday handed a 12-month good behaviour bond after pleading guilty to drink-driving and resisting arrest following an argument with his pregnant wife on November 24 last year.

He also had his driver's licence suspended for seven months and was fined $2000.

The Sea Eagles said in a statement it respected magistrate Glenn Walsh's decision.

"The club will now internally review the outcomes from the court charges today, before putting forward their disciplinary recommendations to the NRL Integrity Unit," the club said.

"The Sea Eagles will continue in its duty of care to the player, as Richie continues to undergo the necessary NRL supported counseling, while ensuring the welfare of his family."

Sea Eagles general manager David Perry said Fa'aoso was genuinely remorseful for his actions.

"He understands the seriousness of what occurred and plans to make amends with everyone involved, especially his family," Perry said.

Fa'aoso did not speak outside court, but used the Manly statement to seek forgiveness.

"I want everyone to know that I apologise wholeheartedly for my actions, and make no excuses," Faaoso said.

"I will do whatever I need to do to get back on track and I again thank my family, the NRL and the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles for their ongoing support during this time."


http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sp...d-behaviour-bond/story-fni3gnk1-1226808492659
 
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