Kyle Busch, a NASCAR Cup Series driver, has finally been given his sentencing after his January arrest. Busch was handed a three-and-half-year sentence in a Mexican prison. His crime: bringing a gun and ammunition to Mexico during a vacation trip.
They swept this under the rug…https://t.co/tjCJ5H3org
— Tr1ll Texas (@TexasFBA4Ever) February 7, 2023
The incident was detailed in a press release by Mexico’s Attorney General of the Republic office. The release stated that the National Guard arrested a man visiting Quintana Roo, Cancún last month after security identified a handgun in his baggage. The man was identified as “Kyle Thomas B” from Nevada. He “was credited with his full responsibility in the commission of the crime of carrying a firearm without a license and possession of cartridges for the exclusive use of the Armed Forces.”
Busch, who is a two-time Cup Series champion in the motorcar sport, was arrested and detained while on vacation with his wife, Samantha.
Kyle Busch convicted of having gun in Mexico; sentenced to more than 3 years in prison https://t.co/TC8rN7vzOT
— kenzie45230 (@kenzie45230) February 9, 2023
The famous race driver went back home to North Carolina after the situation was resolved. He released a statement on Monday.
“In late January Samantha and I enjoyed a several day vacation in Mexico,” Busch wrote. “When departing the country, my handgun was flagged during routine screening at the airport. I have a valid concealed carry permit from my local authority and adhere to all handgun laws, but I made a mistake by forgetting it was in my bag.
“Discovery of the handgun led to my detainment while the situation was resolved. I was not aware of Mexican law and had no intention of bringing a handgun into Mexico. When it was discovered, I fully cooperated with the authorities, accepted the penalties, and returned to North Carolina.
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— Brendan ??? (@BrendanKeeler19) February 6, 2023
“I apologize for my mistake and appreciate the respect shown by all parties as we resolved the matter. My family and I consider this issue closed.”
