Here’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting.
- Liam Ryan has been in the news recently due to an incident at a festival that led West Coast Eagles to investigate. The club confirmed they were reviewing footage and had referred the matter to the AFL's integrity unit; WA police attended but no charges were laid at that time. This sequence was reported in January 2025.[1][3]
- In February 2025, the AFL and WA Police concluded the matter, with the AFL stating Ryan acted in self-defence and was cleared of wrongdoing; police also indicated no action against him.[4]
- Separate older coverage from 2018 references a different incident in Kalbarri, but that predates the 2025 events and is not connected to the 2025 inquiry.[2]
- Publicly available summaries show Ryan remained with the Eagles and continued pre-season activities after the investigation, including involvement with the Indigenous All Stars program around that period.[3][1]
If you’d like, I can pull up the most current articles from a couple of trusted outlets and provide a concise timeline with links. Also, tell me if you want updates focused strictly on AFL-related matters or broader coverage (e.g., personal, legal, or club statements).
Citations:
- West Coast Eagles incident and AFL integrity unit referral[1]
- WA Police update and AFL statement of self-defence and clearance[4]
- Additional context from coverage of the Indigenous All Stars involvement[3]
Sources
In a highly anticipated match-up against his former club, Liam Ryan faced an unexpected setback during a clash that many expected to be a showcase of his
news.ssbcrack.comThe AFL has today concluded its inquiries into a video that surfaced on social media of West Coast Eagles player Liam Ryan being involved in a physical altercation following a festival held in Fremantle on January 17, 2025
www.afl.com.auWest Coast are investigating after a star was allegedly involved in a street fight.
7news.com.auThe club confirmed they are reviewing footage of the alleged incident.
7news.com.auA BALLINA man who overcame cancer is to make an appearance on the Late Late Show with the surgeon who saved his life.
www.limerickleader.ieEagle adds to his highlight reel with a clever tap and cool checkside finish
www.afl.com.auWA Police and the AFL’s Integrity Unit have finished looking into Liam Ryan’s post-festival fight last month. Here’s what they found.
thewest.com.auLiam Ryan player info, news, stats, game logs, videos, fantasy, and more on NBC Sports.
www.nbcsports.comPolice issued the football star with a 72-hour police order after they were called to an incident in Kalbarri yesterday.
thewest.com.au