Western Bulldogs midfielder Bailey Smith is being investigated by police following an incident at a Gold Coast bar.
Police today confirmed to The Age that a 22-year-old man lodged a formal complaint about an alleged incident that occurred outside the Burleigh Pavilion on October 4.
According to police, investigations are taking place after a man was transported to hospital for treatment.
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“Police have received a complaint in relation to an incident involving a 22-year-old man at Goodwin Terrace around 12.10am on Monday, October 4, 2021,” the statement said.
“The man was transported to hospital for treatment. Investigations are ongoing.”
The Bulldogs released their own statement, confirming “no further action” would be taken by the club following their own investigation.
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“The Western Bulldogs are aware of an incident which occurred in Burleigh Heads in Queensland on 4 October, where a small group of its players were present,” the Bulldogs said in a statement.
“The club has conducted its own investigation and is satisfied that no further action is required at this point in time.”
An AFL spokesman also confirmed the league was aware of the incident.
“The AFL has been advised by the Western Bulldogs of an incident involving a player on October 4,” the AFL spokesman said.
“On the basis of the information we currently have, there will be no further action at this stage.”
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