Married At First Sight star Lauren Dunn has revealed that her ex-partner, retired AFL player Ryan Crowley, is now living just 1km from her Perth home after being granted bail following domestic violence charges.
Dunn, who appeared on the 2024 season of the reality show, took to Instagram on Saturday to share her reaction. Crowley, 41, faced Perth Magistrates Court on Thursday over charges stemming from an alleged incident at a property in Claremont on Tuesday.
The court heard that the pair had a five-year on-off relationship between 2018 and 2023. Crowley, through his legal representative, denied the severity of the claims and disputed the physical allegations. He was released on bail after a $20,000 surety was provided and ordered not to leave Western Australia. As part of his bail conditions, he is prohibited from contacting Dunn.
On Instagram, Dunn wrote: 'My ex found someone to pay his $20k bond and the WA courts released him to a residence 1km away from my home in Perth. This is a good indicator for how our justice system values the lives of women.' She thanked WA Police for their support.
According to police allegations, a verbal disagreement escalated after Dunn invited Crowley over. Prosecutors alleged that Dunn's phone was taken, she was prevented from leaving, physically restrained, and lost consciousness. It was also alleged that she escaped via a bathroom window and sought refuge at a nearby café. No pleas have been entered, and the matter remains before the courts.
