New Zealand police have dismissed a rape allegation against Cape Verde football captain Ryan Mendes, saying the claim of a sexual assault at an Auckland hotel after a March friendly was unfounded. Detective inspector Scott Beard said the accuser has been charged with making a false statement.
Key facts
- The allegation was said to have occurred after a football friendly in March.
- The case involved New Zealand police.
- Ryan Mendes is the captain of Cape Verde's football team.
- The accuser was charged with making a false statement.
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