Richmond stand down Marlion Pickett as two-time premiership winner faces court

abc.net.au - 13/06
Richmond have over-ruled Marlion Pickett and won't play him in Saturday's clash against St Kilda after the dual Tigers premiership hero faced court in Perth.

Richmond have over-ruled Marlion Pickett and won't play him in Saturday's clash against St Kilda after the dual Tigers premiership hero faced court in Perth.

Key points:

  • Richmond have stood down two-time premiership Marlion Pickett as he faces court 
  • Pickett has been hit with 12 charges including four counts of aggravated burglary, three counts of stealing and three counts of criminal damage.
  • The Tigers made the decision to stand Pickett down.

The 31-year-old was granted bail on Monday after appearing on 12 charges including four counts of aggravated burglary, three counts of stealing and three counts of criminal damage.

Richmond chief executive Brendon Gale said Pickett was dete...
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