Jarrod McLean jigger case: Former Darren Weir offsider out to get an injunction against Racing Victoria
The inquiry into trainer Jarrod McLean’s alleged possession of a jigger has been delayed yet as again as he attempts to get an injunction against Racing Victoria in the Supreme Court of Victoria.
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The Racing Appeals and Disciplinary Board case involving Jarrod McLean will be adjourned again as he heads to the Supreme Court of Victoria seeking an injunction against Racing Victoria.
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The Herald Sun understands lawyers for McLean and RV have agreed to defer Monday’s RADB administrative mention because of the Supreme Court action on Wednesday.
McLean has lodged a statement of claim with the Supreme Court arguing Victoria Police unlawfully provided RV with information that led him to be charged under the rules of racing.
McLean was charged by RV in January over the discovery of a jigger at a Yangery property during police raids.
RV charged McLean with possession of an electric or electronic apparatus capable of affecting the performance of a horse.
He was also charged with failure to give evidence at an inquiry, failure to comply with a direction of the stewards, and conduct prejudicial to the image, interests or welfare of racing.
McLean, who trains in his own right, was at the time employed as Darren Weir’s assistant.
Weir was disqualified by the RADB in February for four years over jigger charges.
A police investigation remains on hand.
McLean’s lawyers claim Victoria Police “owed duties” not to disclose any information obtained in the raids to third parties, except in the course of undertaking of the criminal investigation.
Any information obtained in searches was to be treated confidentially.
McLean alleges RV told him during an inquiry “the reason we are here” was because “we have received some material from Victoria Police in relation to items that were seized as part of a search of your property” on January 30.
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MONDAY RACEBOOK
BRAKES PUT ON BEGOOD
Daniel Bowman is adopting a conservative approach with Begood Toya Mother despite the gelding’s stunning Group 1 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes success.
The young Warrnambool trainer will spell his stable star with a focus on autumn targets despite the temptation of chasing more spring glories.
The winner of seven of his past eight starts, rising from benchmark 64 grade to Group 1 level, Begood Toya Mother is likely to return for tilts at the Orr and Futurity Stakes and possibly the All Star Mile in March.
Bowman is tentatively considering the Group 2 Australia Stakes (1200m) at The Valley on January 24 before tackling the Orr and Futurity, both over 1400m at Caulfield in February.
The All Star Mile switches to Caulfield next year and will be run on March 14.
BROWN CONDITION THE SAME
Former apprentice Stephen Brown junior remains in an induced coma in the Royal Melbourne Hospital after a fall at Wangaratta last Wednesday.
Brown suffered head injuries, cracked ribs, neck fractures and a punctured lung after the jump-out accident.
Victorian Jockeys’ Association boss Matthew Hyland said doctors intend gradually reducing the amount of medication Brown is on.
“It’s a wait-and-see approach,” Hyland said.
“He’s pretty much the same.
“They’re (doctors) slowly reducing the sedation so it’s just a matter of wait-and-see.
“They just have to monitor him as it goes. There’s no real change.”
BELLE STILL ON PLATE JOURNEY
Crack Kiwi mare Melody Belle remains on a Cox Plate path after notching her eighth Group 1 at Hastings on Saturday.
Having already won the first two legs of NZ’s triple crown with success in the Tarzino Trophy and Windsor Park Plate, Melody Belle could complete the sweep with a win in the Livamol Classic (2040m) at Hastings on October 5.
"Obviously, the Triple Crown is our target with her and she'll be back there (Hastings) in a couple of weeks," trainer Jamie Richards said.
"There are a lot of good horses that have failed, so hopefully we've got the right horse in the right form to go there and be competitive.
"The plan thereafter is to go to Australia. There are a lot of races she could target and one of those is the Cox Plate.
"But, we won't get too far ahead of ourselves. Let's concentrate on Hastings, and we can then firm up our plans.”
SPRING PATH TO BECOME CLEARER
The Caulfield Cup and Cox Plate pictures become clearer Tuesday with first declarations for the Group 1 showpieces.
With retirement, injury and, in the case of some international entrants, the $5.5 million Caulfield Cup order of entry is certain to undergo serious change.
The Cox Plate shapes as one of the most open and competitive since the start of the Winx era and the first declarations seem certain to reflect that.
The first declarations for the November 5 Melbourne Cup will be taken next week.
THE WEEK AHEAD
Racing steps into an AFL-free zone on Sunday with the Group 1 Underwood Stakes.
The 1800m feature is surrounded by black type affairs, including the Thousand Guineas and Caulfield Guineas preludes and the Listed Testa Rossa Stakes.
Melbourne’s Group 1 action kicks off on Friday night at The Valley with the Moir Stakes, featuring Sunlight and Nature Strip.
The Moir is supported by four other black type contests, notably the Stocks and Stutt Stakes, JRA Cup and Scarborough Stakes.
Spring Classics Preview Day will see the future stars of the AAMI Victoria Derby and Kennedy Oaks take their place in the Derby and Oaks trials respectively at Flemington on Wednesday.
These races provide a stepping stone for Flemington’s classic spring staying tests, and will give racegoers a welcome insight into the likely classic fields next month.
Racing resumes on Monday at Mildura before meetings at Moe, Flemington, Bendigo, Benalla and The Valley before Mornington hosts it traditional AFL Grand Final fixture
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