The WNBA star says she’s “ready to share” her experience in Russian captivity.
near Moscow after her luggage was searched and authorities said they found a vape cartridge containing hash oil. She was arrested on charges of “large-scale transportation of drugs,” which carries a sentence of up to 10 years in Russia.
Griner described that day as “the beginning of an unfathomable period in my life which only now am I ready to share.” “The primary reason I traveled back to Russia for work that day was because I wanted to make my wife, family, and teammates proud,” the athlete wrote. “After an incredibly challenging 10 months in detainment, I am grateful to have been rescued and to be home. Readers will hear my story and understand why I’m so thankful for the outpouring of support from people across the world.”in December; however, U.S. corporate security executive Paul Whelan remained jailed in Russia.
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