STF Condemns Nelson Ribeiro Fonseca Júnior to 17 Years for Stealing Neymar-Signed Ball in January 8, 2023, Congress Attack

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Updated Jul 1, 2025, 06:23 PM

The Supreme Federal Court (STF) of Brazil, led by Minister Alexandre de Moraes, has condemned Nelson Ribeiro Fonseca Júnior to 17 years in prison for his involvement in the January 8, 2023, attacks on the Brazilian Congress. Fonseca Júnior was specifically convicted for stealing a soccer ball autographed by Neymar Jr., which was displayed in the Chamber of Deputies' museum. The court ruled that the theft was part of the broader attempt to overthrow democratic institutions during the 8/1 insurrection. This ruling is part of a series of convictions related to the events of January 8, with Moraes also voting for lengthy prison sentences for other defendants accused of leading camps, financing the acts, and vandalizing government property during the attacks. The 17-year sentence for Fonseca Júnior reflects the STF's firm stance on punishing those involved in the antidemocratic acts.

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