- He crashed into an Uber under the influence of drugs
- He has appeared in court to answer the charges.
- He will now face sanctions from the Broncos and the NRL
Brisbane Broncos star Ezra Mam has faced legal consequences after a head-on collision while driving under the influence of drugs.
The incident occurred on October 18 in Bardon, Brisbane, when mum’s Ford Ranger collided with an Uber.
A woman and her four-year-old daughter, passengers in the Uber, suffered minor injuries and reports suggest the girl may have suffered a broken hip.
Mam, 22, was found to have cocaine in his system after failing drug tests on the road and at the hospital.
The NRL player pleaded guilty to charges of driving with a relevant drug present in his blood and driving without a license in the Brisbane Magistrates Court on Monday.
He was fined $850 and disqualified from driving for at least six months.
Ezra Mam faces an uncertain future after pleading guilty to driving under the influence of cocaine following a head-on collision with an Uber.
Mum was charged following this accident and will face scrutiny from the NRL Integrity Unit.
The magistrate said Mum “had to learn” from the incident.
Mam entered a rehabilitation center shortly after the accident, completing a four-week program and committing to counseling for a year.
“On this particular occasion he should not have been driving because he did not have a licence,” the magistrate said.
‘Having made that stupid decision to get behind the wheel of the car, in addition to consuming illicit substances as well… a cocktail of cocaine and other materials that were found in his blood on this occasion.
‘On many levels you are lucky to be where you are today… you could have been hurt or killed, or the other people could have been hurt or killed.
‘There is no place for illicit drugs in our community, and there is certainly no place for a person who uses illicit drugs to get behind the wheel of a car.
“You have to learn from this.”
Speaking outside court, Mum again apologized for her actions.
‘To the people involved in the accident, I am very sorry. “This incident is not a reflection of who I want to be and what is expected of me as a role model,” he said.
‘To the NRL, the Brisbane Broncos, the fans, my family, I’m sorry. “I promise to work to be a better person.”
Her manager, Nash Dawson, stated that Mam has shown concern for the victims’ well-being and is working to take responsibility for her actions.
The Brisbane Broncos confirmed they are co-operating with the NRL Integrity Unit, which is investigating the matter.
Broncos CEO Dave Donaghy expressed the club’s disappointment, noting that Mam apologized for his actions, acknowledging his impact on the club and the community.
“I understand the seriousness of the situation and the importance of standing up and taking responsibility for my actions,” Mam previously said.
The incident has put Mam’s $4 million contract with the Broncos in jeopardy.
He is not expected to return to training until 2025, and the club’s new manager Michael Maguire stated that discussions over his future would occur once the legal process concludes.
Maguire previously said Mam needs time to focus on rehabilitation and accountability.
Mam’s actions have sparked broader debates about player responsibilities and community expectations in professional sports.
The Broncos have promised to support Mam during his recovery while maintaining a firm stance on meeting their standards. As the legal process continues, the NRL is considering possible sanctions, including a suspension and fine.
Despite the controversy, Mam has vowed to work hard to rebuild his reputation and live up to the expectations placed on him as a role model.