Joshua McGuire Assault Case Commences in Court

Legal proceedings against former Queensland State of Origin player Joshua McGuire, 35, concerning charges of serious assault against a child, have officially commenced in court.

Mr. McGuire was apprehended in December last year following investigations by child protection officers. He faces one charge each of common assault and strangulation, both allegedly perpetrated against a child.

Court Appearance and Legal Challenges

The case was briefly addressed in the Brisbane Magistrates Court. Mr. McGuire, who is currently on bail, was not present during the proceedings.

His legal representative, Emma Kearney, indicated significant challenges related to the disclosure of the prosecution's evidence, noting that no documents had been provided to her office.

Ms. Kearney stated that specific statements were crucial for Mr. McGuire to potentially amend his bail conditions, adding that "the Crown has opposed all attempts to vary bail" without the necessary evidence.

The magistrate instructed prosecutors to furnish the requested material within seven days and subsequently postponed the case for a further mention in two weeks.

Professional Rugby League Career

Mr. McGuire's professional rugby league career spanned from 2009 to 2022, during which he played for three NRL teams, including the Brisbane Broncos. He also represented the Maroons more than twelve times.