Cronulla Sharks five-eighth Braydon Trindall has been stood down indefinitely after failing an initial roadside alcohol and illicit drug tests on Monday morning.
Trindall was charged with drink-driving after being pulled over following his side’s win over North Queensland Cowboys at PointsBet Stadium.
He is awaiting the results of a secondary sample for the illicit drug test, which could result in another charge levelled against him.
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It’s also been reported he was driving with a suspended licence.
The club said he reported the result of the roadside tests immediately to Sharks management, who in turn informed the NRL integrity unit.
But Trindall, who will front court next month, will not play or be at training “for the short term”.
“The club has since followed the appropriate protocols within the player’s contract and CBA and continues to work with the NRL integrity unit, with the club, player and his management agreeing it is in Braydon’s best interest to not participate in games or to train for the short term, and more importantly to attend to his welfare and health issues,” the Sharks said in a statement.
“The matter has been referred for a court appearance in May where Trindall will face the allegations and charges levelled against him, noting that a secondary sample of the illicit drug test is yet to be confirmed.
“The Sharks treat these issues extremely seriously, however they are providing Trindall with the necessary welfare support.”
Trindall wasn’t at the club on Tuesday for Dale Finucane’s retirement announcement.
Cronulla face Canberra on Sunday, with Trindall’s place in the side likely to be taken by Daniel Atkinson.