He was the 49th Rio officer killed since the start of the year, according to O Globo. "How are people going to feel protected in a city without security," Dornelles was quoted as asking. "We can have a great Olympics, but if some steps aren't taken, it can be a big failure." Rio Mayor Eduardo Paes last week went on a PR offensive, insisting the Olympics were not responsible for the state or federal financial debacles. RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) " Rio de Janeiro's acting governor warned Monday that the Olympic Games could be a "big failure," because of budget shortfalls that threaten to compromise security and mobility during the games.

Source: New Zealand Herald June 27, 2016 14:41 UTC