Bruno Fernandes: Former Flamengo Goalkeeper Granted Release Pending Appeal

Convicted Murderer Now Out of Prison

Breaking News

Former Flamengo goalkeeper Bruno Fernandes de Souza has been released from prison while he appeals a 22-year sentence in the 2010 killing of a former girlfriend.

Three out of four judges in a panel of Brazil's Supreme Court denied an appeal to keep Fernandes in custody. The former star goalie was convicted of ordering the murder of Eliza Samudio, who was the mother of his son.

Fernandes' release has sparked outrage among many Brazilians, who believe the convicted murderer should remain behind bars. However, his lawyers have argued that he has the right to appeal his sentence while free.