Arrested Elton Jantjies' damaged light on plane
More information has come to light around Sunday's arrest of Springbok rugby player Elton Jantjies, who was arrested at OR Tambo International Airport shortly after landing on a flight from Dubai.
The 31-year-old was arrested at OR Tambo International Airport shortly after landing on a flight from Dubai.
Jantjies's agent from In Touch Sports, James Adams, confirmed in a statement that the flyhalf was arrested for allegedly damaging a light on the plane.
Adams believes the matter has been taken out of context.
"It's alleged that while onboard the plane, a light was damaged. We believe that the incident has been unnecessarily heightened. Our client however remains compliant with the investigation process and will address this matter with the seriousness it beckons."
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The 31-year-old Springbok flyhalf faces charges of malicious damage to property.
Jantjies has played in more than 40 Tests for the Springboks and was part of the squad which won the Rugby World Cup in Japan in 2019.
He is expected to appear in court on Monday.
FULL STATEMENT BELOW:
Mr Elton Jantjies Press Release - by James Adams, CEO of In Touch Sports and Agent to Elton Jantjies. pic.twitter.com/0Bmk8xsfGR
— In Touch Sports (@InTouchSports) May 15, 2022
