Victoria Police will not charge four players investigated over an alleged sexual assault at a Melbourne hotel, saying there was insufficient evidence after an investigation and legal advice.
Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner, James Jordon and Nick Blakey were investigated over the alleged incident at the Pullman Hotel in August, ABC News Australia reported. Blakey now plays for North Melbourne.
The players previously denied wrongdoing but apologised for breaching club standards by inviting women back to the hotel after a game and drinking, according to BBC. The Swans suspended the four for the rest of the season over the incident.
Lawyers said three women were pursuing civil lawsuits related to the allegations. Police said they could not comment further because of the ongoing civil matter.
Heeney welcomed the police announcement, saying the previous three months had been difficult for his family and those close to him.
