Banned NRL star Tim Simona could face fraud charges after police probeGETTY IMAGES Tim Simona (R) faces a police probe after being deregistered by the NRL for betting offences. Tim Simona's NRL deregistration may be just the beginning of his troubles as police continue to investigate the actions of the disgraced footballer and one of the charities involved opens up on the sad saga. Simona is facing the prospect of fraud charges following revelations he pocketed the majority of the proceeds of jerseys auctioned off for charity. New Zealand-born Simona's NRL career is effectively over after he was found to have placed $600 worth of bets on rugby league matches, including on opposition teams and players. READ MORE:* Simona lifts lid* Simona deregistered by NRL over betting* LIfe ban for Simona too 'harsh'* NRL life ban for Tim Simona over bets: report* Gambling inquiry tipped off via social mediaCamp Quality has a long-standing relationship with rugby league, having been a major sponsor of Canterbury.

Source: Stuff March 11, 2017 18:33 UTC