Related case:
SAIDS 2012_05 WADA vs Johan Pieterse & SAIDS – Appeal
September 20, 2012
The South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS) has reported an anti-doping rule violation against the Athlete after his sample tested positive for the prohibited substance methylhexaneamine (dimethylpentylamine). After notification a provisional suspension was ordered and the Athlete was heard for the Disciplinary Committee.
The Athlete pleaded guilty and stated he had used the supplement Jack 3D to enhance his energy levels. When he purchased the supplement he was told it is safe and contains no illegals substances. In addition the Athlete did research the ingredients of the supplement before using it. he performed an internet search on the WADA and SAIDS website and the results did not cause any alarm as in fact the searches showed no results.
The Committee concludes that the Athlete had no real intention to take a performance enhancing substance. The committee finds it also disturbing that the WADA and SAIDS websites do not feature prominent warnings about the very real risks of using supplements.
Considering the circumstances the SAIDS Disciplinary Committee decides to impose a 4 month period of ineligibility on the Athlete starting on 21 February 2012 to 20 June 2012.
Hereafter the WADA appealed this decision.
