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Rays Shortstop Wander Franco Released from Jail, Still Faces Serious Charges in Alleged Inappropriate Relationship with Minor

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Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic – A judge has dismissed money laundering and sexual exploitation charges against Wander Franco, but the Tampa Bay Rays shortstop may still face counts of sexual and psychological abuse and abduction. The charges stem from an alleged inappropriate relationship with a 14-year-old. Franco, 22, was released from jail in the Dominican Republic on Monday after posting a financial guarantee of $34,000. This guarantee ensures that he will make monthly visits to the court for the next six months. If found guilty of the accusation of sexual abuse of a minor, Franco … Read more

MLB Star Wander Franco Faces Ruling on Disturbing Exploitation Allegations in Dominican Republic

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Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic – Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is awaiting a ruling from a judge after being arrested in his native Dominican Republic. Prosecutors have presented evidence alleging that the MLB All-Star had a relationship with a 14-year-old girl and provided her mother with financial payments and a car in exchange for consent to the relationship. Charges against Franco include “commercial sexual exploitation” and money laundering. The options for Friday’s ruling include releasing the 22-year-old Franco on bond, temporarily arresting him, preventing him from leaving the Dominican Republic, or requiring regular appearances … Read more

Wander Franco’s Future Hangs in the Balance as Judge Reviews Evidence in High-Stakes Case

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – A judge in the Dominican Republic will make a decision on the future of Tampa Bay Rays player Wander Franco on Friday, after considering evidence presented in court. Franco, who has a $182 million contract with the Rays, is facing accusations of engaging in sexual relations with a minor. The case began when photos were submitted as evidence and went viral on social media in August. Franco has been in police custody since Monday and will appear before the judge at 8 a.m. EST. The judge will decide whether Franco remains … Read more