Brittney Griner’s Arrest Extended , Until May 19 by Russian Court.
CNN reports that according to Russian state news agency TASS, Griner isn't getting out of Russia any time soon.
CNN reports that according to Russian state news agency TASS, Griner isn't getting out of Russia any time soon.
The court granted the request of the investigation and extended the period of detention of the U.S. citizen, Griner, until May 19, Moscow court, as reported by TASS, via CNN.
The two-time Olympic gold medalist and WNBA star was arrested on Feb. 17 on allegations of
drug smuggling at a Moscow airport.
The two-time Olympic gold medalist and WNBA star was arrested on Feb. 17 on allegations of
drug smuggling at a Moscow airport.
Griner, who plays for the
Russian team UMMC Ekaterinburg
during the WNBA offseason,
was reportedly in possession
of marijuana vape cartridges. .
Griner, who plays for the
Russian team UMMC Ekaterinburg
during the WNBA offseason,
was reportedly in possession
of marijuana vape cartridges. .
TASS reports that Ekaterina Kalugina, who represents Moscow's Public Monitoring Commission, which oversees the treatment of prisoners.
said the U.S. consul had yet to visit Griner despite Russian authorities' willingness to accommodate a meeting.
said the U.S. consul had yet to visit Griner despite Russian authorities' willingness to accommodate a meeting.
CNN reports that earlier this month,
U.S. Rep. Colin Allred told ESPN that the 31-year-old had not been granted consular access.
CNN reports that earlier this month,
U.S. Rep. Colin Allred told ESPN that the 31-year-old had not been granted consular access.
In addition to Griner's wife, Cherelle, and other prominent figures calling for Brittney's release, .
former first lady and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has voiced her support