Andre Fletcher, Windward Islands wicketkeeper, was arrested in Dominica for possession of ammunition. He had just been practicing with his team and is scheduled to appear in court soon. His manager has promised continued support during this time.
Windward Islands wicketkeeper Andre Fletcher was reported to have been arrested on Thursday at the Douglas Charles airport in Dominica due to possession of ammunition, according to Dominica News Online. The incident occurred as the 27-year-old was leaving the country after practicing with his team, the Windward Islands.
Fletcher, originally from Grenada, is no stranger to international cricket, having played 15 One Day Internationals (ODIs) and 22 Twenty20 matches for the West Indies. His last outing on the international stage was a T20 game against South Africa in Durban earlier this year. The news of his arrest has raised eyebrows in the cricketing community.
Lockhart Sebastian, the manager for the Windward Islands team, confirmed his awareness of the situation and expressed his commitment to supporting Fletcher throughout this ordeal. “I will support him, I will not abandon him … that is the job of a manager,” he stated, as reported by DNO.
Fletcher’s involvement with the Windward Islands has been notable, especially during the 2014-15 season when he was a key player. His career has seen him participating in a total of 60 first-class matches, reflecting his experience and skill in the sport. The public now awaits further developments as Fletcher is set to appear in court on Friday.
In summary, Andre Fletcher has been arrested at the Douglas Charles airport in Dominica for possession of ammunition, sparking concern within the cricket community. His manager, Lockhart Sebastian, has pledged to support him as Fletcher prepares to face court on Friday. This incident casts a shadow over the career of a player who has had significant contributions to the Windward Islands and the West Indies cricket teams.
Original Source: www.espncricinfo.com
