Forbes and Wellington clash called off early after alleged crowd fight

Officers attached to Central West Police District were called to Spooner Oval on Sunday afternoon but arrived once the brawl had ended.

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An alleged melee involving several spectators forced Forbes' Peter McDonald Premiership match against Wellington to be abandoned on Sunday afternoon.

The altercation broke out in the second half of the match which Wellington were leading 20-6 at the time before the game was abandoned early.

Footage of the incident obtained by ACM shows parties from both clubs coming together and allegedly exchanging blows in front of the grandstand at Spooner Oval. The alleged incident works its way down towards the canteen after it initially breaks out.

ACM understands New South Wales Rugby League will investigate the matter.

NSWRL representatives have been contacted for comment about the alleged fight.

NSW Police were called to the field on Sunday after reports of a brawl but the altercation had ended prior to the arrival of officers.

It is believed a male also suffered minor injuries.

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Forbes president Matt Jack was contacted but declined to comment on the alleged incident.

ACM has contacted Group 11 and Wellington Cowboys officials for comment as well.

No decision has been made by NSWRL yet on how the points will be split from the round.

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