A Russian news agency has identified Britney Griner is the American basketball player that has been arrested by Russian customs agents on charges of possession of hashish oil.
According to reports, the oil was contained in cartridges that are used with vape pens, commonly used to consume CBD, nicotine, and cannabis. According to Russian officials, the arrest occurred in February, meaning Griner has been in custody overseas for an extended period of time, up to 3 weeks according to some statements.
Griner is one of the premiere women’s basketball players on the planet, boasting championships at the college, pro, and international level, including FIBA and Olympic gold medals.