West Indies cricketer Fabian Allen targeted in gunpoint mugging in Johannesburg

West Indian international cricketer Fabian Allen faced a harrowing incident of a gunpoint mugging in Johannesburg. The 28-year-old all-rounder from Jamaica, currently representing the Paarl Royals franchise in the SA20 league, was targeted outside the team hotel, leaving him shaken.

Armed assailants confronted Allen near the Sandton Sun Hotel, forcibly taking away his phone and personal belongings, including a bag. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of January 25, has raised concerns about player safety in the SA20 league.

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Multiple sources linked to the Paarl Royals team, SA20, and Cricket West Indies (CWI) have confirmed the incident. While Allen is unharmed, the incident underscores the importance of player security during tournaments.

“Our head coach Andre Coley, also hailing from Jamaica, reached out to Fabian. Contact was successfully established through Obed McCoy (another West Indies international). He is fine,” assured a CWI official.

This marks the second security-related episode involving SA20 players recently. Despite the incident, the Paarl Royals franchise confirmed Allen’s well-being and continued participation in the league, providing him with additional security.

“The franchise works closely with the league to ensure the safety and well-being of its players and staff, while also allowing them to have free personal time as well,” stated the Royals franchise, emphasizing their commitment to player safety amidst preparations for the upcoming matches.

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