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Former Socceroo Ruon Tongyik Acquitted of Assault Charges

3/22/2025

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Ruon Tongyik, a former Socceroo, has been acquitted of sexual assault charges stemming from an incident in his Western Sydney apartment in November 2018. A jury sided with Tongyik's defense, affirming his claim of consent. His co-accused, Mardochee Manirakiza, was also found not guilty, bringing a significant chapter to a close for both men.

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Ruon Tongyik, a former Socceroo, has been acquitted of sexual assault charges stemming from an incident in his Western Sydney apartment in November 2018. A jury sided with Tongyik's defense, affirming his claim of consent. His co-accused, Mardochee Manirakiza, was also found not guilty, bringing a significant chapter to a close for both men.