Australian international Karmichael Hunt has been stood down from all training and playing activities after being arrested and charged with drug possession.
The Reds utility back was searched by police in the early hours of Saturday morning and was subsequently charged with two counts of drug possession.
Hunt has now been stood down by Rugby Australia and will appear in court on 29 January.
“Queensland Rugby Union, Rugby Australia and Karmichael Hunt have today agreed that it is in the best interests of all parties that Karmichael is stood down immediately from any team-related rugby activities, including training and playing commitments,” a statement from Rugby Australia said.
“The parties are awaiting information from the Queensland Police pertaining to the circumstances of the recent allegations before any next steps or return to Rugby activities will be contemplated.”
Adam Magill, Hunt’s lawyer, told Fairfax Media: “He is very upset, as anyone would expect, and pretty much inconsolable.
“He is sticking with his family. He’s got concerns and his manager is taking care of him.”
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