By STEVE MASCORD
ROGUE lawyer Richard Luthmann has been sacked by the USA Rugby League after he was arrested by the FBI last Friday on 11 charges.
Luthmann is accused of fraud, kidnapping and extortion. At his bail hearing, an allegation was aired that he sought to have a political official killed.
“Due to recent press, social media and alleged incidents that have made reference to Richard A. Luthmann Esq. indicating activities not being conducive to best practice, acceptable conduct or becoming of the US Association of Rugby League Inc. (USARL Inc.). Mr Luthmann has been advised that he has been relieved from his position of Legal Counsel, Director, Signatory and Power of Attorney for the USARL Inc,” the USARL said in a statement.
“Further activities related to his dismissal have been initiated.
“The USARL has no connection to Mr Luthmann’s professional, political and or personal affairs. Any charges against Mr Luthmann are unlrelated to USA Rugby League activities.
“Mr Luthmann has been asked that all documentation in his possession and belonging to the USARL Inc. be forwarded within 14-days of his notification.
“Mr Luthmann is yet to reply, as requested, should he have information to the contrary of the articles/social media that are in circulation, or if he feels in contradiction to the course of action that has been taken at this stage.”
