Police in Brazil have charged US swimmer Ryan Lochte with making a false statement about being robbed at gunpoint during the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. Mr Lochte flew out of Brazil after the Games before he could be questioned about the alleged false claim. However, it is understood that if Mr Lochte did attend the hearing he could agree to pay a fine like fellow swimmer Jimmy Feigen, who was with him during the incident. Mr Feigen agreed to donate nearly $11,000 (£8,300) to a Brazilian charity to resolve the case. Authorities in the US could take the same stance if Mr Lochte is found guilty.

Source: The Star August 26, 2016 02:59 UTC