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Wander Franco now finds himself in even more legal trouble. The Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Franco was charged in his native Dominican Republic on Sunday with illegal possession of a handgun, according to a report by the Associated Press.

Wander Franco News / Field Level Media / June 9

Wander Franco faces additional charge in Dominican Republic

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is facing a gun charge in his native Dominican Republic. The illegal possession of a firearm charge stems from a November incident in which police responded to the site of an altercation involving Franco and found a gun in the car he was driving.

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Report: Wander Franco trial to begin Monday

The trial of Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco, which was scheduled to start in December but was rescheduled due to the lack of availability of witnesses, is slated to begin Monday in the Dominican Republic, ESPN reported on Saturday.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 31

Prosecutors claim to have ‘conclusive evidence’ against Rays’ Wander Franco

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco was put on MLB administrative leave more than 21 months ago after allegations about him having a sexual relationship with a 14-year-old girl came to light.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Fastball on SI / December 13

Tampa Bay Rays Shortstop Wander Franco Says Career is Not Over as Trial Gets Delayed

On Thursday, we heard that Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco had his trial in the Dominican Republic delayed until next June. The defense tried to get the court to reconsider the delay, but was unsuccessful.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / December 12

Wander Franco's trial delayed until June

The trial of Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco, scheduled to start Thursday, was rescheduled to June 2, 2025, because of the lack of availability of witnesses.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Fastball on SI / November 13

Embattled Wander Franco of Tampa Bay Rays to Face More Charges After Latest Arrest

On Monday, Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco was arrested in the Dominican Republic as the result of an altercation in which guns were drawn. Based on further reporting from ESPN, we now know that there was no proper documentation found for the firearm and that Franco will face charges.

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Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / November 12

Rays SS Wander Franco facing weapons charges for D.R. altercation

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco will face charges of illegal use and possession of a firearm following an altercation Sunday in the Dominican Republic, according to ESPN on Tuesday.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 11

Report: Wander Franco arrested following gun-related incident

Report: Wander Franco arrested in Dominican Republic following gun-related incident

Wander Franco has been arrested in the Dominican Republic, reports ESPN’s Juan Recio, who cites multiple police sources in writing that Franco’s arrest came after guns were drawn during an altercation in the parking lot of an apartment complex in San Juan de la Maguana.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Fastball on SI / November 3

Tampa Bay Rays Get Good Roster News with Regards to Wander Franco

The Tampa Bay Rays got some good news recently with regards to their offseason. It involves star shortstop Wander Franco, who hasn't played since late in 2023 because of serious legal issues.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Fastball on SI / May 7, 2024

Tampa Bay Rays' Standout Wander Franco to Be Formally Accused of Serious Charge in Dominican Republic

Tampa Bay Rays' shortstop Wander Franco is set to be formally accused of sexually exploiting a minor in the Dominican Republic, putting his baseball future in further doubt.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Yardbarker / March 28, 2024

MLB, MLBPA make decision on Rays' All-Star SS

The league and players association have come to an agreement on the immediate future of shortstop Wander Franco.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Fastball on SI / January 20, 2024

Text Messages Between Wander Franco, Minor Revealed

With spring training a little less than a month away, Tampa Bay Rays' shortstop Wander Franco remains on the restricted list. Franco was put on the list back in August of 2023 and missed the Rays' playoff run because of allegations that he had an inappropriate relationship with a minor.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 19, 2024

Rays: Disturbing new details of Wander Franco allegations emerge

Embattled Tampa Bay Rays star Wander Franco has found himself in hot water once again after disturbing new details about his alleged relationship with a minor has emerged.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Larry Brown Sports / January 19, 2024

Wander Franco could be facing up to 20 years in prison

Wander Franco could be facing up to 20 years in prison over his alleged relationship with a minor. Officials in the Dominican Republic are debating what charges to file against Franco for allegedly having a sexual relationship with a 14-year-old girl.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 9, 2024

Wander Franco to face lesser charges in Dominican Republic

Some of the details have changed in the case against Rays shortstop Wander Franco.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / January 8, 2024

Wander Franco released from prison in D.R. amid investigation

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco was released from prison in the Dominican Republic on Monday while officials continue to investigate allegations that he engaged in relationships with minors.

Tampa Bay Rays News / The Forkball / January 6, 2024

Wander Franco Granted Conditional Release Amid Investigation

In a recent development, a judge on Friday approved the conditional release of Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco while he is under investigation for alleged involvement with a 14-year-old girl.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Larry Brown Sports / January 1, 2024

Report: Wander Franco arrested in Dominican Republic

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco has reportedly been arrested in the Dominican Republic over allegations that he had an inappropriate relationship with a minor.

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 27, 2023