NOTICE OF A FORTHCOMING DISCIPLINARY PANEL HEARING (MICHAEL CHAPMAN)

28 Mar 2012 Pre-2014 Releases

Michael Chapman

Michael Chapman, a licensed Trainer, has been informed he will be required to attend a Disciplinary Panel hearing to consider possible breaches of the Rules of Racing in relation to the treatment, training and welfare of DARK OASIS in the period from 18th April to 21st September 2010.

The Panel will enquire as to whether Mr Chapman is in breach of:

Rule (C)22 by failing to conduct his training of DARK OASIS:

a) with reasonable care and skill

And/or

b) with due regard to the interests of Mr Frank Michael who was the owner of DARK OASIS

Rule (C)27 by failing to take all reasonable steps to ensure the safety and welfare of DARK OASIS

Rule (C)28 by acting contrary to veterinary advice in regards to the care of DARK OASIS

The date for the Disciplinary Panel hearing into this matter will be announced in due course.