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Brazilian star Roberto Carlos sentenced to three months in jail

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  • Roberto Carlos is accused of owing his ex-partner Barbara Thurler over £15,000
  • He has been sentenced to three months in jail in Brazil for delays in paying more than £15,000 in child support.

The former Real Madrid ace owes the money to former partner Barbara Thurler, who he has two kids with.

Carlos’ case is being processed under summary secrecy in the family court of the Itaperuna Forum.

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