Warriors assistant coach Agar suspended over assault allegations

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Warriors assistant coach Richard Agar is under investigation for allegedly assaulting a journalist. The incident reportedly took place during a game in Las Vegas earlier this month. Agar has been charged with violating the NRL code of conduct. The allegations involve an altercation with English journalist John Davidson in the media box. A breach notice has been issued, suggesting a $10,000 fine and a three-game suspension for Agar. He would also need to complete further education and training. Warriors coach Andrew Webster expressed support for Agar during this difficult time. He acknowledges the challenges Agar faces and emphasizes Agar's contributions to the team. Webster believes that the situation should be handled by the relevant authorities. Despite Agar's suspension, Webster assured that the team would continue to operate smoothly. He mentioned that they have experienced coaches in place and plans to move forward without disruption. The club has not yet made further comments but plans to address the situation in due course.


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