Banned New Zealand Olympic runner arrested in Kenya over sexual assault and weapon allegations

Published September 21, 2023 9:24 AM

By MUTWIRI MUTUOTA and GERALD IMRAY
Associated Press

NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Police say banned New Zealand Olympic runner Zane Robertson has been arrested at his home in Kenya over allegations of sexual assault and possession of an unlicensed AK-47 assault rifle. Police obtained a court order to hold Robertson in custody for five days while they question him and investigate. He appeared in court on Thursday for a short hearing and police said he would be charged after the investigation is complete. He was arrested Wednesday. The 33-year-old Roberston is serving an eight-year ban from track and field for doping offenses.

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