Nearly a year after she entered a not-guilty plea for possession of nitrous oxide, a court case against England goalkeeper Khiara Keating has been dropped.
Following a search led by Greater Manchester Police, the 20-year-old Manchester City goalkeeper was charged with possession of a Class C drug on June 18, 2013.
Nicola Keating, 48, her mother Nicola Keating, 48, both denied the same offence, and both were given unconditional bail.
Greater Manchester Police have confirmed that the investigation has ended.
Keating expressed relief that the charges have been dropped in a statement made exclusively for BBC Sport. I have always maintained that I have not broken any laws.
“I’ve always known the truth, but it’s been a difficult time.” I’m just looking forward to spending time with my family and completing the Euros.
In November of this year, the Misuse of Drugs Act designated nitrous oxide as a Class C drug.
Possession of the gas with the intention of inhaling it inadvertently for a psychoactive effect was declared a crime, but it can still be used for legitimate purposes, such as pain relief or catering during labor.
Keating is a member of the 23-person squad chosen to compete at Euro 2025 next month, but he has not yet made an appearance for England’s senior team.
related subjects
- Women’s Football Team England
- Football
- Women’s Football
Source: BBC
Leave a Reply