Dragons forward Francis Molo has been suspended and fined by the NRL in regards to an off-field incident last year.
Molo was charged with stalking or intimidating with intent to cause fear of physical or mental harm in a domestic setting on December 17.
The 28-year-old pleaded guilty in February and was sentenced to an 18-month conditional release order and was issued an apprehended violence order for a period of two years.
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On Thursday, he was issued a breach notice from the NRL proposing a two-game suspension and $15,000 fine — with $5,000 suspended for a period of 18 months.
Molo is also required to attend educational training.
The two-time Queensland Origin representative is already sidelined through a three-game suspension relating to a careless high tackle in Round 6.
The NRL has proposed that he serves the two-game ban from Round 10 — when he was due to return to the field.
The Dragons released a statement confirming that the club “supports” the decision from the governing body.
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“The Dragons acknowledge and support the penalty handed down to Francis Molo by the NRL today,” the statement read.
“The Dragons have been advised Molo will be suspended for two NRL matches, to be served after his current high tackle suspension, and will be fined $15,000 of which $5,000 will be suspended.
“Molo last month pleaded guilty to one charge of stalk or intimidate intending to cause fear of physical or mental harm.
“In electing not to record a criminal conviction, the judge noted Molo’s genuine remorse for his actions.
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“The Dragons take such matters extremely seriously.
As such, Molo will undertake an NRL-approved program relating to his behaviour. This program is tailored for each individual and conducted by an independent body.
“He will also have ongoing support from the Dragons’ wellbeing staff throughout the program and moving forward.
“The club will continue to provide ongoing support and assistance to Molo’s family.”
