Ronnie Stam Under Investigation for Cocaine Trade and Money Laundering

Ronnie Stam Faces Serious Legal Issues

The Public Prosecution Service suspects former professional footballer Ronnie Stam (40) of importing more than 2,000 kilos of cocaine. As a player for clubs such as NAC Breda and FC Twente, he allegedly laundered hundreds of thousands of euros. Reports indicate that Stam instructed couriers and used encrypted messages to communicate about drug transports.

Stam's Arrest and Current Status

Currently incarcerated since June, Stam is expected to remain in custody. He was absent from this morning’s hearing. His brother, previously sentenced to 4.5 years for drug smuggling, is still at large, raising concerns that Ronnie might attempt to flee if released.

Family Involvement

• Stam's girlfriend and parents were arrested in June but have since been released.
• They remain under suspicion according to police announcements.

Seizures and Ongoing Investigations

Following the arrests, police searched six homes and a camper, seizing €100,000 in cash. Authorities have frozen this money, along with bank accounts, six luxury watches, three vehicles, jewelry, fitness equipment, three properties, and a yacht.

Next Steps in the Legal Proceedings

The next session is scheduled for November 28. It remains uncertain when the case will be heard in detail, but the prosecutor indicated that Stam will be tried alongside his fugitive brother.