Warriors assistant coach Richard Agar suspended, fined $10,000 after Las Vegas incident

New Zealand Warriors assistant coach Richard Agar is facing suspension after he was involved in an incident in Las Vegas.

It was alleged that Agar confronted an English journalist during the season opener.

Agar is set to be been fined $10,000 by the NRL and will be suspended for three matches, unless he challenges the NRL's findings.

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"The NRL today issued New Zealand Warriors assistant coach Richard Agar with a breach notice alleging a breach of the NRL code of conduct following an altercation with an accredited media representative," an official statement said.

"The breach notice proposes a fine for Agar of $10,000 (half suspended), a suspension of three NRL matches and a requirement for Agar to undertake appropriate education and training.

"The suspension prohibits Agar from performing any duties as assistant coach of the Warriors on the days the matches are scheduled.

"Further, Agar is prohibited from travelling to any away match scheduled for the Warriors during the period of the suspension."

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The 53-year-old had previously been a head coach in the Super League, spending time with powerhouse club Leeds, as well as Wakefield Trinity and Hull FC.

He moved to the Warriors two years ago when Andrew Webster arrived at the club.

The sanctions will see Agar miss games against the Roosters, Tigers and Storm.