Australian sprinter Jake Doran has been charged with a child sex offence in Queensland. The 26-year-old athlete, who was the national champion in the 100 meters in 2022 and winner of the 200 meters at the 2023 Australian Athletics Championships, faces allegations of indecent treatment of a child. The charges were filed last week in Townsville.

Doran, once considered the fastest man in Australia, has no official or unofficial roles within Australian Athletics at this time. In response to the charges, Australian Athletics has taken immediate action by imposing a provisional suspension on the athlete. This suspension prohibits him from attending any club, state member association, or national athletics events, as well as from participating in any athletics training sessions.

An Australian Athletics spokesperson emphasized that the organisation prioritizes the safety and wellbeing of all participants and treats allegations of this nature with the utmost seriousness. The provisional measures aim to protect the community while the legal process unfolds.

Further details about the case or the circumstances surrounding the charges have not been disclosed. Doran’s legal representation and authorities involved have yet to release public statements regarding the matter.