Australian footballer investigated after alleged drug test
Cristian Volpato, a footballer for Italian club Sassuolo, is being investigated by New South Wales Police. He allegedly tested positive for cocaine during a roadside check after two separate speeding incidents in Sydney. Volpato's international driver’s licence has been suspended, and further laboratory analysis is underway. Both Football Australia and Sassuolo have been contacted for comment.
What we know
- Cristian Volpato was allegedly caught speeding twice in a 60km/h zone in Sydney.
- During the second stop, he allegedly returned a positive roadside oral fluid test for cocaine.
- Police issued an infringement notice and suspended his international driver’s licence for six months.
- A secondary oral fluid sample has been taken for further laboratory analysis.
- Volpato represented Australia at the recent FIFA World Cup after switching allegiance from Italy.
