Franca Basquete suffered a theft in their locker room during a training session at the Pedrocão gym on Saturday (9). The suspect, a man with green shorts and a white shirt, remained on the premises for 13 minutes and stole cell phones, bank cards, and wedding rings from players and coaching staff.
What happened?
The crime was committed on Saturday morning, hours before Franca's team took to the court for the Basketball Champions League Americas (BCLA) quarterfinals.
Consequences of the theft
The theft resulted in the loss of cell phones, bank cards, and even wedding rings from players and coaching staff. Jonathan Luz, the team's forward, complained about the lack of security at the facility, stating that it is the third time the locker room has been robbed.
Team reactions
The athletes reported the incident on social media, and the case was filed with the Civil Police. The City Hall informed that it provides security through a third-party service at the sports complex, but that the security of the Pedrocão gym is the responsibility of Franca.
Next steps
Franca's team is preparing for the next games, while the police investigate the case. Franca is the current champion of the Novo Basquete Brasil (NBB), BCLA, and the Intercontinental Cup, held in Singapore.
| Date | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|
| March 9 | Training | Theft in locker room |
| March 9 | BCLA | Franca vs opponent |