According to the New York Times, the Russian news agency TASS later identified that player as Griner.Griner is a seven-time WNBA All Star who has won two Olympic gold medals.

According to the Customs Service, she was detained after vape cartridges with hashish oil were found in her luggage. It is expected that she has been in custody for several days.

The athlete last posted on Instagram on February 5 and could have been under detention for weeks.Under Russian drug laws, Griner could face up to five to 10 years in prison for the charges.

Russia is reportedly still conducting an investigation to charge her with "smuggling" drugs.“We are aware of and are closely monitoring the situation with Brittney Griner in Russia," Phoenix Mercury, who Griner plays for, said in a statement according to the Times. "We remain in constant contact with her family, her representation, the WNBA and NBA We love and support Brittney and at this time our main concern is her safety, physical and mental health, and her safe return home.”Griner is married to Cherelle T.

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