All Blacks, Blues Star Caleb Clarke Pleads Guilty To Fleeing Police, Dangerous Driving

Monday, 24 February 2025, 8:30 pm
Article: RNZ

All Blacks winger Caleb Clarke has admitted to driving dangerously and says he is "extremely apologetic and embarrassed".

He said he made an error of judgement while riding his motorbike in Auckland in 2024.

"Last year, I made an error of judgement while riding my motorbike in Auckland. I've taken full responsibility for my actions and have entered a guilty plea today. I'm extremely apologetic and embarrassed. The court and employment processes are ongoing and I am now going to focus fully on my rugby," Clarke said.

Through his lawyer Rowan Butler, Clarke pleaded guilty to failling to stop and driving in a dangerous manner, in the Auckland District Court on Monday.

Butler has requested a discharge without conviction.

Clarke, 25, is a winger for the Blues and the All Blacks. He is the son of former All Blacks midfielder Eroni Clarke.

He has played 28 tests for New Zealand since making his debut in 2020 and was part of the 2023 World Cup squad.

The Blues said they are aware of a driving incident last year involving Clarke.

"Caleb has taken full responsibility for his actions and the matter is now subject to an employment process."

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