Billy Vunipola has released a statement following his arrest outside Epic bar in Palma on Sunday morning. Initial reports had suggested that the 6 foot 2 inch number 8 was tasered twice after he had removed his shirt and had been threatening staff and fellow bargoers.
A statement from the player himself, initially shared by BBC journalist Laura Scott on X (Twitter), has denied reports of violence, and has claimed that the investigation is now completed after a substantial fine had been paid.
The statement reads: “I can confirm I was involved in an unfortunate misunderstanding when I was leaving a club in Mallorca on Sunday, which got out of hand.
“Contrary to media reports, there was no violence, no fight and I did not threaten anybody at any stage, with bottles or chairs or anything else.
“I was charged with resisting the law and, following an ‘express trial’, I have paid a fine of 240 euros.
“The Spanish police investigation is now closed, and I am flying back to the UK today.
“I will obviously cooperate with the Saracens internal process and unreservedly apologise for any inconvenience to all involved.”
A statement on behalf of Billy Vunipola.#YourSaracens💫 pic.twitter.com/JvqiDAeiZh
— Saracens Rugby Club (@Saracens) April 29, 2024
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