Toney Freeman's statement regarding Sweden

[beard]

haha switzerland is a joke

Switzerland is not Sweden!

[Alex23]

Switzerland is not Sweden!

GeoMeltdown.

[Pet shop boys]

"I had hardly been in Sweden a few hours and had no history as a drug user"

A history not,  but a present? yes!  the guy is a walking pharmacy for crying out loud !  (not that i agree with what they did to him )



WOOOOSSSHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

[Luolamies]

I have no idea what's going on in Sweden... Personally i live in Finland and using steroids here IS NOT AGAINST THE LAW. I personally know many guys from all branches of LE that use plenty of gear. Even guys who work in the customs don't give a shit about steroids, they do random searches and if some odd package has steroids in it, they have to "intercept" it, but they don't look for them or even really care. I believe that this local "police chief" just wanted some easy headlines and his face in the papers, sooner or later people will take notice of this BS and how the cops broke the laws themselves and Toneys rights. In my experience Sweden is one of the most easy going countries in the world, so this kind of BS is really suprising...

[GWAR]

Switzerland is not Sweden!

[WiseGuy]

http://www.getbig.com/headlines/2011/01/03/toney-freeman-statement-regarding-his-sweden-trip/

To all my fans out there, all around the world.

As we close out 2010, I wanted to take a little time out to talk to you from my heart. There is so much out there that is misunderstood and misquoted. So here’s the truth. Two weeks ago, I was invited to Sweden, along with other major bodybuilders to a fitness expo in Gothenburg, Sweden, I had just completed a successful four-day tour in Denmark, so 1 got there early, to meet the fans and Sundsvall was one of my stops.

You can imagine how shocked I was. Right in the middle of an in-store signing, about 10 police officers walked in and asked for me to come with them to the station. There was no warning, and I could not think why the police would want me. I thought it was a practical joke. But right there in front of my confused fans, I was escorted to a police van. Some paparazzi were there, as well as a TV crew.

When I got to the police station, I was told I was suspected of abusing drugs. I could not understand why. I had hardly been in Sweden a few hours and had no history as a drug user. I could not maintain my status as a competitive athlete and professional if I was addicted to narcotics.

The police said that because I was extraordinarily muscular, it was likely I had used steroids. They did not allow me to call a lawyer, the US embassy or call my family. Instead they interrogated me and forced me to provide a urine sample and told me the urine tests would be back in 3 weeks.

They asked me to tell them if I had used certain anabolic steroids. I advised them that I take my health seriously and that if they had any official queries, I could authorize my doctor to provide them with a medical report. They did not ask for this, A few hours later, the police let me go without charge. I was not remanded into custody or asked to report to the police station.

I was shocked to find the story on the news. Henrik Blusi, the local police inspector was giving a biased account. Although most civil matters are private unless a crime is proven, Mr. Blusi could not wait to go on camera. Ile was using the media to push his agenda. He apparently told the media that it is immoral for bodybuilders to be used in advertising in Sweden. He also said “Bodybuilders are not welcome in Sundsvall”. As a result, many US professional bodybuilders scheduled to appear in Gothenburg cancelled. This could also affect Sweden’s relations with the fitness community as no one wants to be treated like I was.

Disgusted by the police harassment and shocked at the way the matter was handled, I returned to Stockholm and decided to cancel my tour and return to the United States.

Friends, I respect the Swedish people, and their government. I can understand the need to educate people and deal with the harm that all drug abuse is doing to our communities. However, my experience shows that the focus for some Swedish law enforcement right now is to humiliate, not to rehabilitate. Does Sweden condone victimization of any group of people? Is it ethical for an officer of the law to go on public record making allegations before any evidence has been found? I believe it is waste of the Swedish taxpayer’s money to finance this witch hunt.

Right now, in Sweden, anyone who looks muscular, who wears dreadlocks, tattoos and piercings can be forced to go to the police station, provide a urine or blood sample and be interrogated without an attorney. You might even have the police using you as an example and humiliate you on TV. Attached separately are links to cases showing how the Swedish police’s “war on bodybuilders” has played out. You decide for yourselves.

Folks. I am angry and disappointed, but I am not broken. 2011 will see many great things from me to you, so I invite you to keep an open mind and stay in touch with me. I will see you on the road and thank all of you who sent me those encouraging Tweets and Facebook messages. I also want to thank all my sponsors, supporters, friends and my wife and family for a great year and for your hard work for me, 1 wish you all happy holidays and a X-tra special 2011. Live your dreams and stay healthy and focused.

Peace,

Toney Freeman

Tony failed to answer the simple question by police and it was a yes or no question: do you take steriods? We ALL know the answer as well and so does Toney.

Get Real.
 

[peroni]

http://www.getbig.com/headlines/2011/01/03/toney-freeman-statement-regarding-his-sweden-trip/

To all my fans out there, all around the world.

As we close out 2010, I wanted to take a little time out to talk to you from my heart. There is so much out there that is misunderstood and misquoted. So here’s the truth. Two weeks ago, I was invited to Sweden, along with other major bodybuilders to a fitness expo in Gothenburg, Sweden, I had just completed a successful four-day tour in Denmark, so 1 got there early, to meet the fans and Sundsvall was one of my stops.

You can imagine how shocked I was. Right in the middle of an in-store signing, about 10 police officers walked in and asked for me to come with them to the station. There was no warning, and I could not think why the police would want me. I thought it was a practical joke. But right there in front of my confused fans, I was escorted to a police van. Some paparazzi were there, as well as a TV crew.

When I got to the police station, I was told I was suspected of abusing drugs. I could not understand why. I had hardly been in Sweden a few hours and had no history as a drug user. I could not maintain my status as a competitive athlete and professional if I was addicted to narcotics.

The police said that because I was extraordinarily muscular, it was likely I had used steroids. They did not allow me to call a lawyer, the US embassy or call my family. Instead they interrogated me and forced me to provide a urine sample and told me the urine tests would be back in 3 weeks.

They asked me to tell them if I had used certain anabolic steroids. I advised them that I take my health seriously and that if they had any official queries, I could authorize my doctor to provide them with a medical report. They did not ask for this, A few hours later, the police let me go without charge. I was not remanded into custody or asked to report to the police station.

I was shocked to find the story on the news. Henrik Blusi, the local police inspector was giving a biased account. Although most civil matters are private unless a crime is proven, Mr. Blusi could not wait to go on camera. Ile was using the media to push his agenda. He apparently told the media that it is immoral for bodybuilders to be used in advertising in Sweden. He also said “Bodybuilders are not welcome in Sundsvall”. As a result, many US professional bodybuilders scheduled to appear in Gothenburg cancelled. This could also affect Sweden’s relations with the fitness community as no one wants to be treated like I was.

Disgusted by the police harassment and shocked at the way the matter was handled, I returned to Stockholm and decided to cancel my tour and return to the United States.

Friends, I respect the Swedish people, and their government. I can understand the need to educate people and deal with the harm that all drug abuse is doing to our communities. However, my experience shows that the focus for some Swedish law enforcement right now is to humiliate, not to rehabilitate. Does Sweden condone victimization of any group of people? Is it ethical for an officer of the law to go on public record making allegations before any evidence has been found? I believe it is waste of the Swedish taxpayer’s money to finance this witch hunt.

Right now, in Sweden, anyone who looks muscular, who wears dreadlocks, tattoos and piercings can be forced to go to the police station, provide a urine or blood sample and be interrogated without an attorney. You might even have the police using you as an example and humiliate you on TV. Attached separately are links to cases showing how the Swedish police’s “war on bodybuilders” has played out. You decide for yourselves.

Folks. I am angry and disappointed, but I am not broken. 2011 will see many great things from me to you, so I invite you to keep an open mind and stay in touch with me. I will see you on the road and thank all of you who sent me those encouraging Tweets and Facebook messages. I also want to thank all my sponsors, supporters, friends and my wife and family for a great year and for your hard work for me, 1 wish you all happy holidays and a X-tra special 2011. Live your dreams and stay healthy and focused.

Peace,

Toney Freeman

A we;; written and statement with valid points. Obviously he uses steroids. Who cares?

[DroppingPlates]

Tony failed to answer the simple question by police and it was a yes or no question: do you take steriods? We ALL know the answer as well and so does Toney.

Get Real.
 

"steriods"? Get Real 

So he takes them, so what?
Only 'argument' the police has was that a 'role model' should give the 'right' example. Sweden is nothing but a moralistic police state.

[beard]

I have no idea what's going on in Sweden... Personally i live in Finland and using steroids here IS NOT AGAINST THE LAW. I personally know many guys from all branches of LE that use plenty of gear. Even guys who work in the customs don't give a shit about steroids, they do random searches and if some odd package has steroids in it, they have to "intercept" it, but they don't look for them or even really care. I believe that this local "police chief" just wanted some easy headlines and his face in the papers, sooner or later people will take notice of this BS and how the cops broke the laws themselves and Toneys rights. In my experience Sweden is one of the most easy going countries in the world, so this kind of BS is really suprising...

15 years ago Sweden was ok, now it's turning into a police state. Sweden has the hardest punishments for steroids in the world. You can almost get the same punishment if you sell roids as if you sell heroin.. I think it's maximum 6 years for roids, 8 for heroin..

[The_Punisher]

maybe Bin Laden should take some action against sweden and after that, they'll have some common senses

[Rome]

I love the double standard some of you guys have for bodybuilders.

Can't tell you how many recreational drug users there are in the building I work in. Would I expect them to go around yelling "I GET HIGH ON THE WEEKENDS!" from the roof top? NO.
So why the fuck would you expect a Pro BB to go around annoincing his cycles?
Never been arrested or convicted on a drug charge? Good enough. That is all anyone else including law enforcemant needs to know.

What a crowd. 

[Luolamies]

15 years ago Sweden was ok, now it's turning into a police state. Sweden has the hardest punishments for steroids in the world. You can almost get the same punishment if you sell roids as if you sell heroin.. I think it's maximum 6 years for roids, 8 for heroin..

That's weird since i know a couple of stores that sell designer steroids aka pro-hormones in Sweden...

PS. Those punishments are fucked. Next time when i'm in the border of Sweden/Finland (on the finnish side) i'll inject in broad daylight... 

[Van_Bilderass]

That's weird since i know a couple of stores that sell designer steroids aka pro-hormones in Sweden...

Examples?

[CalvinH]

Is the filthy criminal still in jail

[Luolamies]

Examples?

I'll pm you.

[DroppingPlates]

I love the double standard some of you guys have for bodybuilders.

Can't tell you how many recreational drug users there are in the building I work in. Would I expect them to go around yelling "I GET HIGH ON THE WEEKENDS!" from the roof top? NO.
So why the fuck would you expect a Pro BB to go around annoincing his cycles?
Never been arrested or convicted on a drug charge? Good enough. That is all anyone else including law enforcemant needs to know.

What a crowd.  

"double standard"? As long people don't act criminal or non-social I don't mind what stuff they put in their bodies

[OneMoreRep]

Edited to remove the bullshit.

Spin, spin, spin.

Your editing was well done.

"1"

[Luolamies]

"double standard"? As long people don't act criminal or non-social I don't mind what stuff they put in their bodies

Agreed 100%

[slate]

what i dont get is why the fuck is Toney so affected by all this.

some blond poliwomen took him to the station, made him drop his pants and colected a urine sample from his penis. I mean that why people used to go to sweden for- beautifull blonde women handling your penis

This guy is seriously weak minded if this incident has affected him so much.

And why is ron supporting this cleaning operation- i know it is not for the toney's sake

[evandatp]

some blond poliwomen took him to the station, made him drop his pants and colected a urine sample from his penis. I mean that why people used to go to sweden for- beautifull blonde women handling your penis

True, his glass was half-full.

[Alex23]

I'll pm you.

Outed.