Ronaldinho's house arrest plea declined, Brazil legend likely to be jailed for 6 months

Former Brazil superstar Ronaldinho is set to stay in a Paraguayan jail for next six months. former midfielder was arrested in South American country on allegations of carrying a fake passport while visiting country. Ronaldinho was arrested along with his bror/business manr Roberto Assis last Friday.

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Why is Ronaldinho in prison?

Brazil citizens do t require a passport to visit Paraguay. However, duo was caught with a fake passport. Ronaldinho and his bror had appealed to court to put m under house arrest. However, this request was denied by judge, which means that he will continue to stay behind bars.

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Ronaldinho house arrest plea: former star to stay behind bars for six months 

Ronaldinho and his bror will continue to be lodged in high-security prison located on outskirts of Asuncion. It is reported that y could be behind bars for as long as six months or until authorities complete ir investigation.

Judge Gustavo Amarilla, who turned down Ronaldinho’s request has asserted that granting freedom to former midfielder would lead to an obstruction of justice. He also cited fear of authorities that former Barcelona man would escape from country. judge claimed that his presence in country was necessary to ensure fair trial into matter.

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Is Ronaldinho broke? Former midfielder offers $770,000 property as release guarantee

Ronaldinho and his bror reportedly offered $770,000 property as a guarantee for ir request. However, this request too was turned down by judge. According to ar official, investigation was just in its initial phase. authorities are also looking into or conducts that may be related to matter, claimed official.

Is Ronaldinho broke? 

official also revealed reason for judge t releasing m. He claimed that if Ronaldinho and his bror were allowed to leave country w, y would t face proper trials later. This would be a possibility because Brazil does t allow its citizens to be extradited.

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