Italian Court Sentences Robinho to 9 Years in Prison: Brazil’s Supreme Court Opposes His Release
Italian Court Sentences Robinho to 9 Years in Prison: Brazil’s Supreme Court Opposes His Release
Briefly about the star
Former Brazilian national team striker and star of clubs such as Real Madrid, Manchester City, and AC Milan, Robinho, has been sentenced to 9 years in prison by an Italian court for gang rape. The Italian sentence was finalized in 2022, and in 2024, Brazil’s Supreme Court supported the enforcement of the punishment, rejecting calls for his release.
The Robinho Case
The incident occurred in 2013, when Robinho, then playing for AC Milan, and several acquaintances were involved in the sexual assault of a 23-year-old woman in Milan. Court documents state that the victim was heavily intoxicated and unable to resist. Italian courts found Robinho guilty, sentencing him to 9 years in prison and ordering him to pay 60.000 EUR in damages to the victim.
Appeals and the Verdict
Robinho maintained his innocence, claiming that the encounter was consensual, but all his appeals were rejected. In January 2022, Italy’s Supreme Court upheld the sentence, making it final. Italy subsequently requested Robinho’s extradition, but Brazil’s constitution prohibits the extradition of its citizens, complicating the execution of the sentence.
Brazil’s Supreme Court Supports Sentence Enforcement
In 2024, Brazil’s Supreme Court opposed Robinho’s release, supporting Italy’s request for his imprisonment. The court ruled that the sentence could be enforced in Brazil under international criminal cooperation agreements. “This case highlights the importance of justice and equality under the law, regardless of the status of the accused,” stated the court representatives.
A Fallen Star
Once considered one of Brazil’s most promising football talents, Robinho’s career and personal actions have left a controversial legacy. His story serves as a reminder that global fame does not exempt anyone from responsibility under the law. The next steps in Robinho’s fate will be determined by Brazilian authorities, as the public continues to follow this high-profile case closely.