As first reported by The Daily Telegraph, the incident occurred in Leichhardt on Thursday night, when Hooper is alleged to have collided with three parked cars and returned a positive breath test of 0.253, more than five times the legal limit. FOX LEAGUE, available on Kayo Sports, is the only place to watch every game of every round in the 2025 NRL Telstra Premiership, LIVE with no ad-breaks during play. New to Kayo? Join now and get your first month for just $1. Hooper was the chief rugby league reporter for the broadcaster, along with roles as a columnist for Fox Sports and a sideline reporter with Triple M. Southern Cross Austereo (SCA), which owns and operates Triple M, confirmed to news.com.au Hooper has opted to cut ties with the network. A statement from NSW Police read: “At 7.30pm on Thursday, police were called to Allen Street, Leichhardt following reports of a crash. “Officers attached to Leichhardt Highway Patrol attended to find a utility had collided with three parked cars before coming to a stop.” He has been charged with high-range drink-driving and three counts of damaged property and will appear in court on September 15. “Triple M acknowledges the decision of James Hooper to stand down from his commitments with the network,” SCA Head of Sports Content Ewan Giles said. “We thank him for his contribution.” The decision from Fox Sports is also effective immediately, with Hooper’s final appearance on NRL 360 occurring on Wednesday night this week. Fox Sports’ managing director Steve Crawley confirmed the news in a statement. “James has been a great contributor since he joined us in 2016, but he’s also battled some significant personal issues from time to time,” Crawley said. “In speaking to him today, James also acknowledges that things need to change for him.” Hooper was approached by The Telegraph for comment, stating: “I’ve let the game of rugby league, my employers, my wife and kids down terribly. “Clearly I’m not handling the tough side of the job. “Hopefully this is the punch between the eyes that will set me straight.” Hooper also confirmed he would continue seeking professional treatment.