(Tasso Marcelo/AFP/Getty Images)British Olympic officials are warning their athletes not to go out at night or wear distinctive "Team GB" gear after one of their athletes was robbed at gunpoint, according to a story by the Guardian. [Brazilian judge bans U.S. swimmers from leaving the country over robbery]The British letter, obtained by the Guardian, urged athletes to avoid local taxis and rely on official TeamGB transport instead. According to the letter from British Olympic officials to the athletes, other teams have already instituted curfews. Athletes were urged to think long and hard before taking part in the customary post-competition celebrations. “Think very carefully about whether it is worth the risk of leaving the village to celebrate after you have finished competing."

Source: Washington Post August 18, 2016 08:15 UTC