According to the internet portal Marca, Euroleague basketball referee Matej Boltauzer was caught stealing perfume at Belgrade Airport in Serbia.
The referee from Slovenia stole a bottle of Tom Ford perfume worth 221 euros from a Duty-free store. Security services apprehended him after the incident.
The incident took place on December 5, 2023, after a Euroleague match between Serbian club Partizan and Monaco. Boltauzer admitted guilt and expressed remorse for his actions.
It is worth noting that the 49-year-old referee has been officiating Euroleague matches since 2003.