OTTAWA, Canada, CMC – Cricket Canada says it’s “actively monitoring” the case involving its captain, Nicholas Kirton, who’s going through drug expenses in his homeland of Barbados.
With Canada getting ready for the upcoming inaugural North American Cup, it’s unclear whether or not Kirton will probably be included within the staff that can play within the competitors, which will probably be performed on April 18 within the Cayman Islands.
Nicholas Kirton
The 26-year-old was granted BDS$100 000 (One BDS greenback=US$0.50 cents) bail after showing in courtroom final Thursday on 4 drug-related expenses.
He’s charged with importing, trafficking, supplying, and possessing virtually 20 kilos of hashish, estimated to be price round BDS$71 000.
Police held Kirton after arriving on the Grantley Adams Worldwide Airport.
In an announcement on its web site, Cricket Canada stated it was carefully following the developments.
“Cricket Canada has been made conscious of the current allegations and detainment involving nationwide staff participant Nicholas Kirton. We’re actively monitoring the scenario and carefully following developments as they unfold.
“Cricket Canada is dedicated to making sure transparency and can present updates as extra particulars turn into accessible,” the assertion learn.
“We take this matter severely and stay steadfast in upholding the very best requirements of integrity and accountability throughout the sport.
Cricket Canada stated the staff continued getting ready for the competitors, which can characteristic the house facet, the Bahamas, Bermuda, and america.
“Whereas this example is being addressed, we guarantee the general public that our Nationwide Males’s Group is solely targeted on their preparations for the upcoming North America Cup, set to start on April 18th within the Cayman Islands.
“Cricket Canada stays devoted to supporting the staff as they proceed to symbolize our nation with delight and professionalism,” the assertion added.
