In a shocking development, former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was taken into custody after authorities discovered that he had tampered with his electronic ankle monitor. The incident has raised concerns that Bolsonaro might attempt to flee before serving a 27-year prison sentence for his involvement in a coup plot to overturn the 2022 election results.
According to reports from The Times of India, Justice Alexandre de Moraes issued the arrest order after evidence surfaced that Bolsonaro had attempted to disable the tracking device. Bolsonaro, however, claimed that the incident was a result of “hallucinations” and a nervous breakdown, which led him to try to pry open the ankle tag. This explanation contradicted his earlier admission of being curious about the device.
The situation took a dramatic turn when Brazil’s Supreme Court upheld Bolsonaro’s incarceration following the ankle monitor tampering incident. The court viewed his actions as an attempt to escape and avoid serving his sentence, further complicating the already contentious legal battle.
Bolsonaro’s legal team has argued that the former president’s actions were a result of a “psychotic attack” triggered by changes in his medication. Despite these claims, the Brazilian justice system remains firm in its decision to keep Bolsonaro in custody to prevent any potential escape attempts.
The unfolding events surrounding Bolsonaro’s arrest have sparked a mix of reactions from the public and political commentators. Some view the incident as a clear sign of Bolsonaro’s guilt and attempt to evade justice, while others express concern for his mental health and well-being.
As the situation continues to evolve, it remains to be seen how Bolsonaro’s legal team and the Brazilian authorities will navigate the complex legal proceedings and ensure a fair and just resolution to the case.
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References:
1. Times of India: [Coup-case twist: Ex-Brazil president Bolsonaro detained over plot to flee before sentence; ‘ankle monitor breach’ triggered arrest](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/rest-of-world/coup-case-twist-ex-brazil-president-bolsonaro-detained-over-plot-to-flee-before-sentence-ankle-monitor-breach-triggered-arrest/articleshow/125514238.cms)
2. Sky News: [Ex-Brazil president says he tried to prize open ankle tag after ‘hallucinations’](https://news.sky.com/story/ex-brazil-president-jair-bolsonaro-says-he-tried-to-prize-open-ankle-tag-after-hallucinations-13474647)
3. RT: [Ex-Brazilian president broke monitoring rules due to ‘hallucinations’ – lawyers](https://www.rt.com/news/628281-bolsonaro-violates-ankle-monitoring-hallucination/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS)
4. Washington Times: [Brazilian Supreme Court upholds Bolsonaro’s jailing after ankle monitor tampering](https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/nov/24/brazils-supreme-court-upholds-bolsonaros-arrest-ankle-monitor/)
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