Hawthorn star Jonathon Patton is under investigation after allegedly sending lewd images to a woman on social media.<\/p>\n
The Hawks released a statement on Saturday night confirming that Patton would be investigated by the club's integrity committee and that "any behaviour of this nature would not be tolerated."<\/p>\n
The 27-year-old Patton was the first pick of the 2011 AFL draft and played for the GWS Giants between 2012-19 before moving to Hawthorn.<\/p>\n
"Hawthorn Football Club is aware of allegations made on social media regarding the behaviour of Jonathon Patton," the statement read.<\/p>\n
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"The allegations are of behaviour that does not reflect the values and standards of Hawthorn Football Club.<\/p>\n
"As soon as the club became aware of the allegations it addressed the matter with Patton directly and clearly communicated that any behaviour of this nature would not be tolerated.<\/p>\n
"The club takes these allegations seriously and has referred the matter to Hawthorn's Integrity Committee.<\/p>\n
"Hawthorn advocates for equality and respect for everyone and demands this same behaviour from all involved with the club."<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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