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Bulldogs NRL star Josh Addo-Carr has reportedly returned a second positive drugs reading, following his much-publicised roadside test in Sydney last week

Bulldogs NRL star Josh Addo-Carr has reportedly returned a second positive drugs reading, following his much-publicised roadside test in Sydney last week

13 September 2024 - article from www.rugbyleague.co.nz

Addo-Carr will miss the Dogs' do-or-die elimination final clash with Manly on Sunday after voluntarily standing himself down, after reports surfaced his roadside test contained traces of cocaine.

The 29-year-old Canterbury winger was tested orally a second time following an initial positive, with the results returning today.

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