New York Times breaking the initial story of her arrest. On February 17, Griner, a center for the Phoenix Mercury, was arrested at an airport close to Moscow after vape cartridges containing hashish oil were discovered in her luggage.
Hashish oil is derived from cannabis. Griner’s story continues to gain traction internationally as Russia wages war against Ukraine.
WNBA star Brittney Griner appeared in Moscow court today, where she reportedly pleaded not guilty to drug charges. The court has extended her detention for another two months, per @tass_agency.(.
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