The head of Australia’s Olympic team has confirmed shooter Michael Diamond could be ruled out of the Rio games after being charged by Port Stephens Police.

The 6-time Olympian is accused of high range drink driving, not keeping a firearm safely, and handling a firearm under the influence of alcohol.

Fellow shooter, Russell Mark says he raised concerns about the 44-year-old’s heavy drinking weeks ago, fearing he was headed for trouble and needed help, but the concerns were ignored by sporting officials.

Olympic Team Boss, Kitty Chiller says it’s up to Shooting Australia officials to decide if Diamond  should be nominated for the Olympics.



Kitty Chiller. Photo courtesy Reuters