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A Collingwood member who sent an inappropriate message directed at Carlton coach Michael Voss to the MCG’s anti-social behaviour hotline has been banned from the MCG and attending all AFL and AFLW matches for the next five years.
The AFL and Collingwood announced the penalties for the perpetrator on Thursday afternoon.
Michael Voss was targeted via the MCG’s anti-social hotlineCredit: Getty Images
“The anti-social hotline at venues is designed to ensure everyone attending the match can do so in a safe and inclusive manner, and the majority of times this service is used appropriately,” the head of AFL integrity and security Tony Keane said.
“We understand there is passion in the game however the text message in question sent to the MCG hotline on Friday crossed the line. Regardless of the intent, no coach, player, official, staff member or fan deserves to be threatened in such a way, and now that patron has lost the privilege of attending the footy.”
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The Magpies have also revoked the fan’s membership for the next five years and expressed their disappointment in his action.
“Collingwood will not tolerate any threats to officials, supporters or individuals involved in our great game – such conduct is unacceptable and not representative of the Club or its values,” the club said in a statement.
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