Trainer Suspended Over Alleged Baiting Offences

Victorian greyhound trainer Les Kenyon has been suspended with immediate effect following an investigation into alleged luring and baiting offences.

On Tuesday, Stewards from the Greyhound Racing Victoria Integrity Unit conducted a targeted inspection of a property at Lara on the outskirts of Geelong, where evidence was obtained suggesting baiting offences.

An inquiry was staged soon after where Stewards suspended Kenyon and a fellow registered person with immediate effect.

In announcing the suspension of the two participants, GRV Chief Executive Officer Stuart Laing acknowledged the swift action adopted by the Integrity Unit while at the same time condemning the alleged conduct. 

"The industry has zero tolerance for any baiting offences, which not only impact animal welfare but also undermine the integrity of the sport and damages the reputation of the greyhound racing industry," Laing said. 

"I would like to acknowledge the work of GRV's Greyhound Racing Integrity Unit that has led to the identification of these breaches, and the swift action that has been taken. 

"Our Greyhound Racing Integrity Unit is highly vigilant and will investigate allegations and evidence and take appropriate action, including consideration of any potential criminal breaches of Victoria's Prevention of Cruelty to  Animals Act 1986 as well as offences under the Rules of Racing."