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Ex-Premier League Star Accused of Smuggling £48m of Cocaine

Ronnie Stam, a former Premier League player, is facing up to 13 years in prison for allegedly smuggling £48 million worth of cocaine.
Stam and his brother Rudi are accused of trafficking two tonnes of cocaine from South America to the Netherlands.
The public prosecutor has requested a fine of £1.5 million for Stam, who claims innocence and cites fame as a factor in the severity of charges.
Evidence includes drug shipment communications between the brothers and significant cash found during raids, indicating their involvement in the drug trade.

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