Governor-general ‘shocked and troubled’ by Swans sexual assault allegation
Australia’s Governor-General Sam Mostyn, a former Swans board member, said that sports clubs and the community in general needed to be vigilant about women’s treatment.
Governor-General Sam Mostyn has expressed shock and trouble over a sexual assault allegation linked to Sydney Swans players. According to ABC News AU, she said her thoughts were with the alleged victim and hoped the woman was being well supported.
The incident is being investigated by Victoria Police. The Age reports that five Sydney Swans players have been suspended for the rest of the season as part of the ongoing investigation.
Governor-General Mostyn, a former Swans board member and the first female AFL commissioner, emphasized the need for constant vigilance for respectful treatment of women everywhere, across clubs, the AFL, sport, and the community generally.
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