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Canberra Weekly

Latrell Mitchell's lawyer says the fullback's "extraordinary strength" might have saved his life when he was arrested outside a Canberra nightclub in February.

The South Sydney superstar pleaded with police to ease up in their treatment of him and cried in pain after being arrested for an alleged fight with his cousin Jack Wighton.

Both have since beaten charges relating to the incident, Magistrate Jane Campbell dismissing them on Wednesday morning.

But Mitchell's lawyer Tom Taylor said the treatment of the duo was a cautionary tale, wondering if accused people with less resources might have ended up in...

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Fox League

The police officer in charge on the night rugby league stars and cousins Jack Wighton and Latrell Mitchell were arrested outside a Canberra nightclub has admitted he gave false evidence in court.

Mr Wighton and Mr Mitchell are appearing before the ACT Magistrates court over incidents that allegedly took place in and outside Fiction nightclub in February this year while celebrating Mr Wighton's 30th birthday.

Mr Wighton, who at the time played for the Canberra Raiders, was issued an exclusion notice - that he was later charged with contravening - because he had "pushed and shoved" a man inside, and showed "aggressive" behaviour, namely clenched fists and an "angry expression", the court was told on Monday.

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Canberra Weekly

After weeks of speculation, the Canberra Raiders have announced the signing of English International Morgan Smithies on a three-year deal starting in 2024.

The 22-year-old has played 114 matches for the Wigan Warriors since making his debut in 2019, including 105 Super League matches and 9 appearances in the Challenge Cup. He also represented England for the first time this season in their mid-season test match against France.

Smithies capped off a wonderful season with victory for Wigan in the Super League Grand Final against the Catalans Dragons. 

The talented youngster offers the club versatility in the forwards, playing...

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