Paris Hilton arrested on drugs charges at World Cup

By Eleanor Young on Monday 5 July 2010

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Paris Hilton was arrested on drugs charges in South Africa over the weekend, but has insisted it was all a big misunderstanding.

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Just days earlier the Hilton heiress travelled by private plane to the country to watch the final stages of the famous football contest.

Not leaving anything to chance, it seems Paris decided to take her whole wardrobe with her on the trip, and was pictured with an eye-watering assortment of Louis Vuitton luggage before take-off.

And after jetting in, she was sure to keep fans updated with her progress, Tweeting a picture of herself watching the game, with the caption: ‘Had so much fun at the game today. What a match! I love South Africa!.'

But just hours afterwards things took a turn for the worse for the star, who was arrested on drugs charges by burly South African police officers.

'The stadium is a smoke-free zone but at the end of the match an officer noticed Ms Hilton appeared to be smoking. Upon closer examination it became obvious she was smoking weed,' one told reporters when questioned on Paris's arrest.

The model was quickly taken into custody, and forced to pay a a 1,000 SA rand (about £80 ) fine, or face imprisonment for 30 days. Ouch!

But just hours later, the charges against Paris were dropped, with the model claiming it was all just a big misunderstanding.

'The case was considered in court and the charges against Ms Hilton were dropped. Her friend Jennifer Rovero pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis and was sentenced,' said her spokeswoman.

Paris also took to Twitter in an effort to reassure fans, telling them: 'Everything is fine guys. I had nothing to do with it.'

Confirming that all was well, she added: 'Everyone was super nice and friendly to me. I love South Africa! Such an amazing place, especially during The World Cup! Hope that clears everything up.'

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As Paris is apparently such a big football fan, perhaps she could explain the offside rule to me.
Comment by Stu Thompson on July 05 12:44

A big misunderstanging? Yeah right her cheque books has got her out of trouble again!!I wish justice would happen and she get to spend REAL time like REAL people and get a taste of REALITY!! She is a disgrace to America,a disgrace to women and a danger to young women and girls!
Comment by Groovey on July 05 14:01

I wonder how much she paid her 'friend' to take the blame!!!!
How can she say she had nothing to do with it when she was caught smoking it...amazing what you can get away with when you have money & connections!
Comment by Andrea on July 05 14:05

What a good friend Paris is - NOT!She really is the lowest of the low
Comment by Helena on July 05 18:55