The AFL has finalised its investigation into Jordan De Goey’s alleged New York nightclub incident, announcing that the Collingwood star breached competition rules by “engaging in conduct unbecoming”.
De Goey and his friend were arrested at the PHD rooftop bar in New York in October last year.
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In January the 25-year-old’s charges were downgraded in a US court before the Magpies confirmed De Goey would come back into the side after being stood down.
Despite being welcomed back by his club in January, the AFL was still undertaking its own investigation.
The AFL’s conclusion today will see De Goey make a $10,000 donation to the Salvation Army, who he has since commenced a part-time commitment with.
“The AFL determined that Jordan had breached AFL Rule 2.3 by engaging in conduct unbecoming,” an AFL statement read.
“While the AFL found that the altercation that Jordan became embroiled in was not instigated by him, he nevertheless weighed into it in an intoxicated state that led to him being ejected from the venue and ultimately subject to police action.
“Jordan has previously been issued a sanction by the Manhattan Criminal Court and the Collingwood Football Club has required him to commit to permanent part-time work with the Salvation Army.”
AFL General Counsel Andrew Dillon added: “All players have a responsibility to uphold the values and expected behaviours of their club and the AFL,” said General Counsel Andrew Dillon.
“Jordan did not live up to these expectations and has since taken responsibility for his actions including accepting this sanction from the AFL.”
In response to the AFL’s finding this evening, Collingwood issued a statement acknowledging the verdict.
“Collingwood has been informed of the AFL’s decision to fine Jordan De Goey over an incident in New York in 2021 for which Jordan was stood down by Collingwood for three months,” the club said in a statement.
“The club considers the matter closed.”