Bolsonaro arrested over alleged plot to escape and avoid 27-year prison term in Brazil
Summary
Brazil's federal police arrested former president Jair Bolsonaro, suspecting he planned to escape his 27-year prison sentence for leading a coup attempt. The arrest followed concerns that Bolsonaro might flee during a protest organized by his son. The Supreme Court has ordered a review of the arrest and will discuss it further.Key Facts
- Jair Bolsonaro, former president of Brazil, has been arrested by federal police.
- He is accused of plotting to escape and avoid serving a 27-year prison sentence.
- Bolsonaro was under house arrest and required to wear an ankle monitor.
- A Supreme Court Justice ordered his arrest, citing a violation of the monitor and risk of escape.
- Bolsonaro's son organized a protest that raised concerns of his potential escape.
- The Supreme Court will review the arrest, with a session planned for Monday.
- Bolsonaro was convicted by the court for leading a coup attempt after losing the 2022 election.
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