Racing WA stewards conducted an inquiry today in relation to reports received from the Chem Centre in Perth and Racing Analytical Services Laboratory (VIC) advising that lignocaine was detected in the sample taken from Vevinsky following it racing in and winning Race 7, the XXXX Broome Cup on 24 August 2024.
Mr K Moore (Represented by Mr T Percy KC by leave of the stewards) and Managing Owner Mr D Archer attended the inquiry.
Evidence was heard from Chem Centre representative Dr B Dorakumbura, Racing WA Head of Veterinary Services Dr J Medd, Racing WA Deputy Steward Mr L Austin, Racing WA Senior Investigative Steward Mr P Criddle and trainer Mr K Moore.
The inquiry was subsequently adjourned to a date to be determined in order for stewards to obtain further documentation and other evidence in relation to the subject matter of the inquiry.