Cook Islands rugby league international Anthony Gelling has been suspended by the Warrington Wolves pending a club investigation after being arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent.
Anthony Gelling scored in the Cook Islands World Cup qualifying win over the USA. Photo: Twitter/AnthonyGelling
Cheshire Police confirmed they received a report of an assault at an address in Widnes on Saturday afternoon local time.
"A 29-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent," a police statement said.
"He was questioned by detectives and released on conditional bail and enquiries into the assault remain ongoing."
Warrington confirmed Gelling was the subject of a club investigation into his "conduct away from the club" and would not be available for selection until the investigation is complete.
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— Warrington Wolves (@WarringtonRLFC) February 12, 2020
The club said the Kukis international, who joined from Widnes on a two-year contract in September, was "fully supportive of the investigation".
Gelling, who has featured in both of Wolves' Super League matches so far this season, scored a try in the Cook Islands 38-16 victory over the USA in November which sealed qualification for the 2021 Rugby League World Cup.
Anthony Gelling played six season for Wigan Photo: Photosport
