Man City whistleblower to lose witness protection
Summary
Rui Pinto, the Portuguese hacker who leaked documents leading to an investigation into Manchester City's finances, will lose his witness protection in Portugal. Pinto says this puts him at serious risk because of death threats and possible assassination attempts.Key Facts
- Rui Pinto released secret football documents about Manchester City’s finances and possible rule-breaking.
- These leaks helped prove Manchester City broke Premier League financial rules from 2009-2018.
- Pinto joined Portugal’s witness protection program in 2020 after agreeing to cooperate with authorities.
- Portugal plans to end Pinto’s witness protection in October 2024.
- Pinto says ending his protection puts his life in danger due to death threats.
- He was convicted in Portugal for hacking and attempted extortion but received a suspended sentence.
- Pinto has criticized FIFA president Gianni Infantino, accusing him of helping some clubs avoid penalties.
- Pinto is raising money to support himself after losing witness protection.
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