Sam Kerr: Fresh details emerge about night out that ended with Matildas star being charged with racially harassing a police officer

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New details surrounding Sam Kerr's bombshell court case in London have been revealed, after the Australia superstar was charged with a racially aggravated offence.

On Tuesday morning, Daily Mail exclusively revealed that the Matildas captain will face trial in February next year over the alleged incident.

The Chelsea striker appeared in court accused of using insulting, threatening or abusive words that caused alarm or distress to the officer in Twickenham, southwest London, on January 30 last year.

The 30-year-old, who wore a white T-shirt under a black suit jacket as she appeared at Kingston Crown Court via videolink, spoke only to confirm her identity and to enter a not guilty plea to the charge.

She was told she was obliged to attend a four-day trial, scheduled for next February, during which two police officers are expected to give evidence.

Sam Kerr's alleged offence was caused by a complaint over a taxi fare

Kerr appeared at Kingston Crown Court on Monday over the alleged incident

While the full details relating to the alleged offence remain unclear, a Metropolitan Police spokesperson revealed what sparked the incident in question.

'The charge relates to an incident involving a police officer who was responding to a complaint involving a taxi fare on 30 January 2023 in Twickenham,' he said.

'She was charged on 21 January with a racially aggravated offence under Section 4A [of the] Public Order Act 1986.'

Football Australia released a statement on Tuesday morning saying it will 'monitor' the situation.

'Football Australia is aware of the legal proceedings involving Sam Kerr in the United Kingdom,' a statement read.

'As this is an ongoing legal matter, we are unable to provide further comment at this time. Our focus remains on supporting all our players, both on and off the field. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide support as appropriate.'

A Met Police spokesperson said officers attended a complaint surrounding a taxi fare

At the time of publishing this article, Chelsea hasn't commented on the incident but the team has a history of condemning racial abuse.

'The club stands strongly against any form of abuse and discriminatory behaviour,' the club said in a 2023 statement after abuse was directed at Kerr's teammate Lauren James.

'Discrimination has no place at Chelsea Football Club or in any of our communities. We will take action against any individual that we can identify.'

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