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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Mutwiri Mutuota and Gerald Imray

Banned New Zealand Olympic runner arrested in Kenya over sexual assault and weapon allegations

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Banned New Zealand Olympic runner Zane Robertson was arrested in Kenya over allegations of sexual assault and possession of an unlicensed AK-47 assault rifle and ammunition at his home in the East African nation, police said Thursday.

Police obtained a court order to keep Robertson in custody for five days while they question him and investigate. He appeared in a courtroom on Thursday for a short hearing. Police said he would be charged under the sexual offenses act and for illegal possession of a firearm after the investigation is complete.

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