FRANCIS Molo’s tackle on James Ackerman has been sent straight to the Queensland Rugby League judiciary.

Molo will have to front a special judiciary meeting regarding the tackle that tragically ended the life of James Ackerman.

Typically, a matter is referred straight to the judiciary when it falls outside the normal charging guidelines.

Earlier, Bronocs players said they were shattered at the loss of friend and former team mate Ackerman, who died on Monday, two days after a collision with Molo.

Ackerman’s parents, who were sideline when the incident happened, have called Molo to console him as the young prop is struggling in the wake of the tragedy.

Ackerman played for Brisbane under-20s team in 2009 and 2010.

Several current Broncos played with him in those teams and also at the Redcliffe Dolphins, where he played 54 matches.

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media_camera Ackerman’s death has sent shock waves through the rugby league community.

Corey Parker said it was a horrible tragedy.

“It is a terrible, terrible, accident in rugby league,” Parker said.

“Our condolences go to his family.

“The game of rugby league will bind together for him and his family.”

The Broncos will host a fundraiser along with the Melbourne Storm, who are the affiliate club of Ackerman’s Falcons side.

Ackerman suffered a major brain injury from the collision which occurred in the fourth minute of an Intrust Super Cup clash between the Falcons and Devils at Bishop Park.