Tottenham forward Richarlison has asked the Federal Police to investigate a property dispute over a luxury mansion in Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro, alleging that Flávio Bolsonaro and lawyer Willer Tomaz acquired the island property without payment. Poder360 reported that the player published a video on social media stating he purchased the location for R$ 10 million and never recovered the funds.
Purchase and Partnership During the Pandemic
Richarlison acquired the property on Ilha Comprida between 2020 and 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic through a partnership that included Alencar da Silveira Júnior, who led América-MG at the time, and former agent Renato Velasco, according to UOL. The property features 11 suites, a private beach, a waterfall, a helipoint, a swimming pool, and a tennis court, as detailed by sertao24horas.com.br. The player stated he received multiple purchase offers for the island, including one from Flávio Bolsonaro, but declined to sell.
Legal Battle and Transfer of Possession
The dispute reached the courts in a legal battle spanning approximately three years through the Rio de Janeiro Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice, leaving the property under the possession of Willer Tomaz, an associate of Flávio Bolsonaro. Richarlison stated in his video that after he refused to sell the island, the transfer of possession occurred within 24 hours through the judicial system. Flávio Bolsonaro is not a party to the ongoing lawsuit between the player and Willer Tomaz. When the controversy initially emerged in 2022, the senator stated he was named as a witness without involvement in the matter, according to Poder360.
Richarlison urges police investigation and promises hospital donation
In his video statement, Richarlison urged the Federal Police to investigate the case, claiming the legal process favored other parties without financial compensation for his R$ 10 million investment. The player added that if he successfully recovers the invested funds, he will donate a portion of the money to a hospital in Nova Venécia, Espírito Santo, his hometown. He also asked supporters to question the senator directly regarding the property during a political event in Vitória.
Details regarding the disputed island property ownership and investments
Who currently holds possession of the Angra dos Reis property?
The property is currently under the possession of lawyer Willer Tomaz following a legal dispute that concluded after moving through the Rio de Janeiro Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice.
How much did Richarlison invest in the island property?
The player stated that he spent approximately R$ 10 million to purchase and develop the location on Ilha Comprida during 2020 and 2021.
Is Flávio Bolsonaro a defendant in the lawsuit involving Richarlison?
Flávio não é parte do processo judicial entre o jogador e Willer Tomaz.
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