Adelaide Crows captain Jordan Dawson has been sent a vile social media message. The message alluded to suicide. This incident came after the team's final defeat. Dawson received the abuse online. The Crows forwarded the incident to police and the AFL. Dawson denounced the abuse. He made a public response. He said it was unacceptable. He urged people to show more respect and show respect online. The club verified the report. In a statement, the club said this kind of behaviour will not be allowed.