Australian Athletics provisionally suspended Jake Doran after he was arrested and charged with indecent treatment of a child under 16.
Key takeaways
Former Australian sprint champion Jake Doran has been charged with indecent treatment of a child under 16 following his arrest in Townsville. Australian Athletics has imposed a provisional ban on the athlete, preventing him from participating in any club or national events.
- Jake Doran, a two-time 200m national champion, was arrested in Townsville and charged with one count of indecent treatment.
- Australian Athletics imposed a provisional ban on Doran, barring him from attending events or participating in training.
- The organization stated it takes all allegations seriously and prioritizes the safety and wellbeing of all sport participants.
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Jake Doran is a two-time Australian 200m champion who competed at two world championships and the 2022 Commonwealth Games. (EPA Images pic)SYDNEY: A former sprint champion was provisionally suspended Thursday by Australian Athletics after being charged with a child sex offence.
Jake Doran was arrested last week in the Queensland state city of Townsville and charged with one count of indecent treatment of a child under 16.
National broadcaster ABC said he was bailed to reappear in court on Nov 5.
The 26-year-old is a two-time national champion over 200m and represented Australia at two world championships and the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
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