In a significant development, the Public Prosecution Service has officially announced that Quincy Promes, the renowned former Ajax and Netherlands forward, will be prosecuted for his alleged involvement in smuggling cocaine. The charges stem from the interception of two separate shipments, totaling 1370kg, in the city of Antwerp back in 2020. This legal action marks a significant chapter in Promes’ life and career, as he now faces the serious consequences of his alleged involvement in this illicit activity.
In addition to the ongoing legal proceedings involving cocaine smuggling, Quincy Promes, the former Ajax and Netherlands footballer, is now entangled in another serious case. In December 2020, Promes was initially detained as a suspect in a stabbing incident that occurred in July of that year. The victim involved was a relative of Promes, and it was alleged that an argument had taken place between them before the incident unfolded. Promes vehemently denied any involvement, but in November 2021, Dutch prosecutors reached the conclusion that he should face prosecution.
The specific charge against Promes has been identified as attempted murder, and a court date was originally set for 30 March 2022. However, the proceedings were later postponed due to the illness of a key participant, and a new date was not immediately scheduled. Surprisingly, no travel restrictions have been imposed on Promes, allowing him to continue his career while his assets in the Netherlands have been temporarily confiscated.
On 21 October 2022, the court finally announced 3 March 2023 as the new date for Promes’ criminal trial. However, Promes chose not to appear for the trial’s opening, opting to remain in Russia, a country that lacks an extradition treaty with the Netherlands. Prosecutors have requested a two-year prison sentence for the former footballer. On 15 March 2023, it was reported that the trial was put on hold to evaluate the legality of a crucial piece of evidence. This evidence consists of recordings in which Promes discussed his alleged role in the stabbing during a phone call with his father. The defense team has argued that these recordings should not be admissible in court, as the warrant to tap Promes’ phone was initially issued based on an unrelated investigation into drug trafficking.
The legal situation surrounding Quincy Promes continues to evolve, as he faces multiple serious charges and navigates the intricacies of the judicial process. The outcome of these trials will undoubtedly have a profound impact on his personal life and professional career.
