"The Victoria Police have dealt with this incident as they would with any member of the community. While Eddie Betts was officially on leave he still has a responsibility, like all players, to maintain the standards that are required of all Carlton players and on this occasion he has not done so. As a result he will be disciplined and fined the maximum penalty on his return from leave in January," said Carlton CEO Greg Swann.
Allegations regarding Mitch Robinson being involved in an altercation in Tasmania over the weekend have been vehemently denied by Robinson who is with his family in Tasmania for Christmas.
"This is the second incident that has been brought to the Club's attention as a direct result of the players' unofficial end of year celebrations on Saturday. We understand a number of players drank excessively during a cruise in the afternoon. This is clearly the most disappointing manner to end the year as the Club has embarked on a number of initiatives and programs with the playing group outlining the negative effects of binge drinking in the community," Swann said.
"This issue will be readdressed by the Club with the players and the AFLPA when all players return to commence pre-season training.
"It is unfortunate that the actions of a few players have had such a negative impact on the Carlton Football Club and all associated with the Club," Swann added.
