Sydney Roosters deny player involvement in Sydney pub brawl at Double Bay hotel
Date
October 19, 2014 - 10:37AM
The Sydney Roosters say they have informed the NRL integrity unit of an incident outside a Double Bay on Sunday morning. Roosters player and New Zealand international Frank-Paul Nu'uausala was in the vicinity.
A 35-year-old man was taken to St Vincent's Hospital after suffering a broken nose in a brawl at The Golden Sheaf Hotel in Sydney's east just before 1.30am.
It is understood the Roosters have spoken to Nu'uausala but do not believe he was involved, They said they cannot comment publicly until the police have concluded their investigations.
It has been reported that Nu'uausala was a member of the group at the scene when the incident occurred, but it is understood he was not involved in the assault.
The Roosters offered a statement, but would not elaborate further.
They hope the police and NRL integrity unit will clear Nu'uausala of any involvement later on Sunday.
"The Sydney Roosters are aware of an overnight incident at Double Bay," a spokesperson said.
"The club has informed the NRL integrity unit.
"As this is a matter involving the police, the club is not in a position to make any further comment at this time."
It has been reported that no other Roosters players were present.
AAP
