Chantelle Crowl, notable for her role in the St Helens’ victory of the Challenge Cup, League leaders’ trophy, and Super League title in 2021, has reported that she was racially insulted and physically attacked by staff at a hotel in Spain.
The 30-year-old England forward, who was on holiday in Lloret de Mar, near Barcelona, to celebrate her first wedding anniversary with her wife Annie, claimed that she was physically assaulted after hotel employees racially abused her.
Crowl described the traumatic experience in an interview with Sport Newes Center, stating she was struck multiple times by a hotel staff member following the racial insults.
The Catalan regional police force, Mossos d’Esquadra, reported responding to Crowl’s plea at the hotel, but no formal complaint was lodged by any involved parties. The hotel, Blue Sea Montevista Hawai, stated that they were mindful of the incident and awaiting any necessary police and judicial proceedings while assisting in fact verification. They also noted that a staff member was hospitalized due to the incident.
Following her return to England, Crowl, suffering from jaw bruising that hampered her ability to eat for three days, had to abstain from participating in Saints’ Super League victory over local rivals Wigan and Sunday’s Challenge Cup quarter-final win against Warrington due to concussion protocols.
Crowl, a participant in the 2017 women’s Rugby League World Cup in Australia, stated the incident spiraled when she complained about the racial slurs made by a lifeguard on the first day of their planned four-day stay.
According to her, the lifeguard at the pool was racially offensive and aggressive. When Crowl and her wife went to report this, the manager dismissed their complaint using racial slurs and physically assaulted Crowl.
She further alleged that their attempt to leave the hotel turned violent when a hotel handyman attacked her, injuring her face and back. This, she said, was witnessed by several bystanders who tried to intervene.
Crowl reported feeling unsupported by the local authorities when she visited the police station in Lloret de Mar. They seemed eager to dissuade her from pressing charges, threatening that it could delay her return home.
Despite these claims, the Catalan regional police force rebuffed any insinuations of neglecting to provide assistance to Crowl.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Chantelle Crowl abuse allegations
Who is Chantelle Crowl?
Chantelle Crowl is a professional rugby player from England, who plays as a forward for the St Helens team. She also represented England in the women’s Rugby League World Cup in Australia in 2017.
What incident is Chantelle Crowl involved in?
Chantelle Crowl has reported an incident where she was racially insulted and physically attacked by staff at a hotel in Lloret de Mar, Spain.
Where and when did the alleged incident happen?
The alleged incident happened on June 3 at the Blue Sea Montevista Hawai hotel in Lloret de Mar, near Barcelona, Spain. Crowl was on holiday to celebrate her first wedding anniversary.
What was the response from the Catalan regional police force?
The Catalan regional police force, Mossos d’Esquadra, said that they had responded to the incident at the hotel, but no report was made by any of the affected parties.
What were the consequences for Chantelle Crowl after the incident?
Crowl suffered physical injuries, including bruising around her jaw, which prevented her from eating for three days. She also had to miss Saints’ Super League victory and Sunday’s Challenge Cup quarter-final win due to concussion protocols.
More about Chantelle Crowl abuse allegations
- Chantelle Crowl Rugby Career
- Rugby League Challenge Cup
- Mossos d’Esquadra, the Catalan Regional Police Force
- Blue Sea Montevista Hawai Hotel
5 comments
Heartbreaking stuff. Crowl’s a champion on the field, she deserves better than this. Hope justice is served and she recovers soon, both physically n mentally…
This is absolutely horrendous, i can’t even believe what i’m reading… No one should have to endure such abuse, especially on what was supposed to be a celebratory trip!
So terrible to hear about this happening to Crowl. Wishin her a speedy recovery. Let’s hope justice prevails and the perpetrators are held accountable!
Unbelievable! Hope the authorities get to the bottom of this. These kind of racial and physical attacks need to stop!
wats wrong with ppl these days??? This is not okay!!! Hope the police are taking this srsly and she gets justice!