Donnybrook Reports Proposed Class Action Lawsuit

CALGARY, ALBERTA–(Marketwired – Sept. 3, 2013) – Donnybrook Energy Inc. (“Donnybrook” or the “Company“) (TSX VENTURE:DEI) reports that it has become aware of a proposed class action lawsuit filed in the Alberta Court of Queen’s Bench against Donnybrook, Donnycreek Energy Inc. (“Donnycreek“) and certain of their respective directors and officers. The action contains various claims relating to the plan of arrangement involving Donnybrook and Donnycreek completed in November 2011, the transfer of certain assets from Donnybrook to Donnycreek, a related private placement and other related transactions.

The proposed class action can’t proceed unless certified by the Court. The Company intends to review these claims in detail and take steps to protect its interests.

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