Ronaldinho, brother granted bail via video call fearing coronavirus pandemic; watch video

Former Barcelona superstar Ronaldinho and his bror Roberto Assis were released from prison via a video call. duo was lodged in a prison in Paraguay after being arrested on charges of entering  country using a fake passport. However, Brazilians do t require a passport to visit Paraguay.

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Ronaldinho released: Bail via video call

Ronaldinho and his bror Roberto Assis were granted bail via a video call from a Paraguayan judge. This was done keeping in mind social distancing protocols amid spre of coronavirus pandemic. In video, duo is seen listening to judge as he res out decision to grant m bail. However, duo will t return to Brazil and will still be lodged under house arrest in a plush hotel.

Ronaldinho released: Why was Ronaldinho arrested?

Amid Ronaldinho released reports, one question that has been doing rounds is - Why was Ronaldinho arrested? In March, former Brazilian star, along with his bror, was arrested for using a fake passport to enter Paraguay. He was on a visit to attend a charity event in  country. However, rules state that Brazilian citizens do t require a passport to visit Paraguay.

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Ronaldinho fake passport case: Allegations of money laundering

Apart from Ronaldinho fake passport allegations, Brazilian's role in a money laundering case was also being investigated. However, extent of his involvement in case could t be determined. Reports also claimed that if Ronaldinho fake passport allegations were proved, he could be imprisoned for six months.

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Ronaldinho released: House arrest plea declined

Brazilian saw frequent bail pleas denied in Ronaldinho fake passport case. While Paraguayan judge declined his house arrest plea, his repeated attempts to pay a hefty fine to get rid of imprisonment failed. Reports also suggested that his former teammate Lionel Messi offered to secure his release, but Argentina captain later denied such reports.

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