Fed: Statement from Andrew Johns' management

AAP General News (Australia)
08-30-2007
Fed: Statement from Andrew Johns' management

SYDNEY, Aug 30 AAP - The following is the statement issued today by Andrew Johns' management
The Fordham Company after the former rugby league Test captain was cautioned in London
for possession of an ecstasy tablet:

Andrew Johns has confirmed he was issued with a caution for possession of an ecstasy
tablet in London last Sunday.

Johns was not charged with any offence by British Transport Police who apparently were
conducting a routine search at underground railway stations following the annual Notting
Hill Carnival.

Following an interview with police he was told the misdemeanour did not warrant being
charged and instead was given an official caution.

Johns said today he recalled an unknown person pushing a tablet into his jeans at a
crowded entertainment venue last Sunday - his last day in the United Kingdom following
a six weeks overseas holiday.

"I was having such a good time, seeing it was the last day before I flew home," he said.

"I stupidly forget about the tablet and instead of getting rid of it I left myself
in a situation I soon deeply regretted," he said.

"I have been a very foolish person and realise I have brought great disappointment
to my family, friends and many people, including lots of youngsters who have looked up
to me over the years. It has left a black mark on my reputation which I will work very
hard at erasing".

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