British Athletes Convicted in Morocco Exploitation Case | Morocco News

Five British ex-athletes, including Olympic hopefuls Will and Richard Sharman and bobsledder Lamin Deen, were convicted in Morocco for helping lure a minor into sexual exploitation — sentenced to suspended jail time and fines despite claiming ignorance and believing the matter was settled. The case erupted after a 16-year-old girl exposed a villa raid, alleging abuse, assault, and psychological trauma at the hands of coach Leon Baptiste and others. Though acquitted of inciting prostitution, their enticement charges stood after appeal — even though they’d already left Morocco. The men say they didn’t know the girl’s age, had minimal contact with Baptiste, and were misled by opaque court proceedings in French. Baptiste himself received an 8-month sentence, while other staff members also faced prison and fines — and the victim was awarded civil compensation. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6c071e95f4f24283