Shaun Rooney charged with assaulting woman on night out
Last updated 27th Sep 2024
St Mirren defender Shaun Rooney has been charged with assaulting a woman and causing a disturbance on a night out.
The 28-year old has been suspended by his club as an investigation into the alleged incident takes place.
Police Scotland have confirmed Rooney has been arrested and is set to appear in court.
A spokesperson said: “A 28-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with the assault of a woman and a breach of the peace at a takeaway premises in Queen Street, Glasgow, in the early hours of Thursday, September 19.
“He has been released on an undertaking to appear at court at a later date. A report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.”
Asked about his suspension and the ongoing investigation, St Mirren manager Stephen Robinson said: “Obviously the statement was put out last night.
“The club and board have taken a decision to further investigate the incident.
“That’s as much as I can tell you, really.
“He spoke to the club and made us aware of an incident and the club are investigating.
“I’m not really involved in that decision. It’s a board level decision and I’ve got to concentrate on the football side of things.”
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