Quincy Promes (foto: Instagram)
Quincy Promes, the Spartak Moscow player known for his on-field prowess and off-field controversies, has been arrested in Dubai by United Arab Emirates authorities.
This arrest comes in the wake of a six-year prison sentence handed down to Promes in the Netherlands for his involvement in drug trafficking, specifically the smuggling of 1,360 kilograms of cocaine, marking a significant fall from grace for the former Dutch international.
Promes' career, once celebrated for its high points in leagues across Europe, including stints at Ajax, has been overshadowed by legal troubles. Prior to his conviction for drug trafficking, Promes faced charges and was convicted for a violent assault at a family gathering, where he severely injured his cousin with a knife. This 18-month sentence laid the groundwork for his current legal predicament.
The arrest in Dubai was facilitated by a red notice issued by Interpol at the request of Dutch prosecutors, aiming to secure Promes for extradition to serve his sentence in the Netherlands. This notice is a crucial step in international law enforcement cooperation, targeting individuals wanted for prosecution or to serve sentences and placing them on Interpol's list of most wanted.
Dutch public prosecution has confirmed the arrest, noting the sensitivity of the ongoing investigation and the efforts of law enforcement in both countries to secure Promes' custody. As details emerge, the football world watches closely as one of its own faces significant legal and personal challenges.