Leeds Rhinos player outlines the terrifying scope of social media threats
Richie Myler, a Leeds Rhinos player and former Warrington Wolves halfback, has recently received a lot of social media criticism.
So much so that Myler issued a statement on Tattle Life regarding the abuse and revealed police involvement.
Myler has now issued a follow-up statement in which he details the terrifying nature of the threats he has received.
“As stated in my previous post, opinions of my life choices/the breakdown of my marriage and how I choose to live my life – I am not asking for your approval/sympathy or commentary,” he said on Instagram.
“This is something I’ve decided not to comment on and will not do so no matter how hard I’m pushed.” However, uploading Google photos of my home address and front door, commenting on my family’s whereabouts 24/7 (including my children’s), and wishing terrible and vile things on my partner when she is in labor is not and will never be appropriate.
“Since raising awareness of this disgusting platform, I’ve had so many people reach out and tell me that they, too, have been targeted by these trolls.” I’m sure sharing this will only drive more attention to the site! However, something must be done about the website now, and I must safeguard my family.”
“For over a year, several individuals have felt the need to write derogatory and disgusting comments about me and my family on this awful website,” he said in his first statement.
“These 4,000 comments (all by the same 6/7 accounts) are harmful and sickening; this isn’t just people opining on other people’s life choices.”
“Three accounts were successfully uncovered, and thanks to North Yorkshire police, who are taking this very seriously, they are now being thoroughly investigated as an open case.”
“If anyone on here has any information on this, please contact North Yorkshire Police or direct message me.” Thanks.”
This is regrettable, but it appears Myler has taken the required steps to address the situation.
Myler appears to be in for a hard fight for first-team rugby in 2024. This is because new signing Lachie Miller is expected to take his number one jersey.
Meanwhile, fellow new arrival Matt Frawley is poised to wear one of the halfback shirts, as is transfer target Brodie Croft if the deal is completed.
Myler will be determined to reclaim the number one shirt, but Miller is equally delighted.
“I am looking forward to joining such a prestigious club as Leeds Rhinos and excited to come across having spoken with Rohan and Gary to be part of the culture at Headingley,” Miller said of his signing with the Rhinos.
“I had a lot of fun playing football at the start of this season, and I want to bring that to the Rhinos.” We have a baby and a two-year-old, so it is a once-in-a-lifetime chance for our young family that we are ready to embrace and capitalize on.
“I watch a lot of Super League on TV over here in Australia, and I am fortunate to be joining such a great club, and hopefully I can contribute to the culture.” I know the club has a history of combining a core of young English players with foreign players, and I can’t wait to play in front of the raucous Leeds supporters at Headingley.
“I know there have been a lot of connections between the Knights and the Rhinos over the years, but I haven’t spoken to Brian McDermott or Danny Buderus about the club yet because we’ve been trying to get the deal done, but I’ll definitely seek any advice they can give me.” I’ve spoken with three excellent friends of mine, Brandon Lee and Tyson Gamble, who have been tutored by Rohan, and they both claim he’s a legend. “I think his style of football will suit the way I play, and I knew from the moment we spoke on the phone that he was a coach I wanted to be associated with,” the 29-year-old continued.
“Having spoken to people about Lachie, everyone speaks about him being well respected and highly regarded by those who have worked with him,” said Head Coach Rohan Smith. He is a speedy, broken-field runner who is gaining experience as he transitions from Rugby Union to League later in his career. I believe he will fit in well with our group for next season and the plans we have for our future style of play.”
