Former Australian opener Michael Slater was denied bail and collapsed in court after Magistrate Raelene Ellis rejected his application at the Maroochydore Magistrates Court in Queensland. Slater faced charges including unlawful stalking, breaking at night, common assault, assault occasioning bodily harm, and choking. He also faced allegations of sending unwanted text messages and making intimidating phone calls over the past six months.
The 54-year-old, who made his debut for Australia in 1993 and had a distinguished cricketing career before moving into television commentary, was arrested for offenses alleged to have occurred between December last year and April this year. The court heard that Slater struggles with mental health issues which can lead to impulsive behaviors. He is due back in court on May 31.
Previously, Slater had been charged with domestic violence in Sydney, which was dismissed on mental health grounds. He was then ordered to undergo a 12-month treatment plan. Slater’s case has brought attention once again to the mental health challenges faced by athletes, particularly those in the high-pressure world of professional sports.
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