Brittney Griner sentenced to 9 years in Russian prison on drug charges

Russian court has sentenced American female basketball star Brittney Griner to 9 years in prison for possession of prohibited drugs.

Reacting to the sentencing of basketball player Brittney Griner by a Russian court, President Joe Biden has called the verdict unacceptable, while the defense lawyer has announced that he will file an appeal against the verdict.

According to foreign media reports, two-time Olympic gold medalist American female basketball player Brittney Griner was arrested by the Women’s National Basketball Association for bringing prohibited drugs into the Russian border while participating in competitions in Russia.

Before the verdict, Brittney Griner cried and pleaded with the judge not to ruin her life by giving her a harsh prison sentence.

The court sentenced him to 9 years in prison and fined him 1 million rubles (about $16,990).

Brittney Griner’s attorneys have announced they will appeal the verdict, calling it unreasonable, saying the evidence she presented to the court was ignored.

What is the reason behind Brittney Griner’s prison sentence?

According to reports, Brittney Griner was arrested on February 17 after hashish oil was found in her possession.

She had admitted that she had no intention of bringing any contraband into Russia, nor did she have any intention of hurting anyone’s feelings.