Richmond defender David Astbury has been fined by the AFL's Match Review Officer for striking during Saturday night's win over Melbourne.

Astbury made contact with Demon Harrison Petty during the final quarter of the 33-point win with the incident assessed as intentional conduct with low impact and body contact.

The key defender can accept a $2000 fine with an early plea and will be free to face Carlton at the MCG this Sunday afternoon.

Charge laid

David Astbury, Richmond, has been charged with Striking Harrison Petty, Melbourne, during the fourth quarter of the Round 20 match between Melbourne and Richmond, played at the MCG on Saturday August 3.
 
In summary he can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Intentional Conduct with Low Impact and Body Contact. The incident was classified as a $3000 sanction as a first offence. The player can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.