Harness Racing Victoria (HRV) issues the following statement regarding today’s media release from Victoria Police, which states that “in relation to alleged harness race fixing in Shepparton … a 49- year-old Kilmore man was charged with engaging in conduct that corrupts or would corrupt a betting outcome, and use of corrupt conduct information for betting purposes” (read Victoria Police media release here).
Quotes attributable to HRV General Manager – Integrity Brent Fisher:
“HRV welcomes ongoing cooperation with Victoria Police.
“Today’s charges came about following a HRV investigation, which saw the HRV Integrity Unit identify suspicious activity at Shepparton on 17 July, 2018, secure evidence and alert Victoria Police for further investigation.
“As charges have been laid HRV will not be commenting any further on this matter.”
Harness Racing Victoria