The charges against Niang include hit and run, deliberate endangerment of others’ lives, various traffic offenses, driving with a suspended license, and causing unintentional injuries. These serious allegations could potentially lead to a three-year prison sentence and a hefty fine of 75,000 euros.
Niang’s lawyer, speaking to RMC, emphasized his client’s readiness to acknowledge his mistakes and accept responsibility. However, the prospect of facing the criminal justice system and the potential repercussions on his career weighs heavily on the 19-year-old.
While Niang’s admission of guilt may lead to conviction, there’s hope for a more lenient sentence, possibly in the form of community service. The outcome remains uncertain, but it’s clear that Niang’s actions have cast a shadow over his reputation as a promising athlete. Only time will tell if this experience will serve as a turning point for the young footballer often labeled as a “spoiled child.”
