- Ezra Mam is under investigation by police and the NRL
- It comes after he was involved in a traffic incident last week
Broncos star Ezra Mam is seeking ‘immediate professional treatment’ as the Brisbane star looks to overcome some ‘personal challenges’ after being involved in a road accident last week.
The incident had reportedly occurred in the Brisbane suburb of Bardon, with Mam, who was reportedly moving house at the time, when the Ford Ranger he was driving reportedly collided with an Uber driven by a mother whose daughter was also in the car. the vehicle.
No one was seriously injured in the incident but mum, 21, was taken to hospital.
The NRL star is also said to have failed a roadside drug and alcohol test conducted by Queensland Police. It is understood he failed the drug test but returned a negative result for alcohol.
The Sydney Morning Herald claims the Brisbane playmaker has entered a ‘professional rehabilitation facility’ following last week’s incident.
Queensland Police and the NRL Integrity Unit are investigating the alleged incident involving Broncos star Ezra Mam
The NRL Integrity Unit and Queensland Police are investigating the incident and are reportedly awaiting the results of a secondary drug test. Police have also alleged that Mom was driving without a license at the time.
The 21-year-old was not charged by police following the incident, but his management confirmed in a statement on Monday evening that he had sought professional help following the incident.
“Ezra is extremely remorseful,” said a statement from Mam’s management The Sydney Morning Herald read.
“He is primarily concerned for the other parties involved and understands the enormity of the current situation.
“He recognizes that he is facing some personal challenges and has taken a proactive step in the wake of these recent events by seeking immediate professional treatment.
“We will continue to support him throughout this process and will make no further comment at this time.”
The Daily Telegraph claims Mam entered the rehabilitation center in an attempt to ‘get his personal life and career back on track’.
It comes after Brisbane CEO Dave Donaghy said earlier today the Broncos were ‘disappointed’ to find themselves in a position like this.
“In my conversation with Ezra he apologized for putting the club in this position and his concerns were certainly for the others involved in the accident,” Donaghy said.
Mom also faces the termination of his contract worth $4 million, depending on the outcome of the investigation
Mom (pictured) was reportedly behind the wheel of a car that crashed into an Uber in the Brisbane suburb of Bardon on Friday.
The 21-year-old reportedly went to a rehabilitation center after the incident
‘He’s a young man, he’s 21 years old. But unfortunately in this industry you have to grow up quickly. It is a very privileged role.’
It is the second time this year that Mam has been involved in an off-field incident, with young star and fullback Reece Walsh being investigated by the NRL after an altercation with fans in Bali while on holiday.