NewzSwitzerland captain Granit Xhaka has received a suspended fine of 150,000 Swiss francs for obtaining and using a forged Covid-19 vaccination certificate. The incident occurred in 2022, a period when such documentation was mandatory for international travel in Switzerland. Xhaka has admitted to the offense, which took place during his tenure with Arsenal.
The penalty, equivalent to approximately £136,000, is suspended, meaning the player will not be required to pay the amount unless he commits a further offense. The case highlights the legal consequences faced by public figures regarding pandemic-era health documentation requirements.
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