Pat Hickey To Be Placed Under House Arrest In Rio
Pat Hickey is to be be released on bail in Rio.
The 71-year-old, who has stood aside as President of the Olympic Council of Ireland, was arrested in Brazil earlier this month as part of an investigation into alleged ticket touting.
His legal team had called for him to be released on bail, as his family were concerned for his welfare in prison.
Brazilian court documents have confirmed that Mr. Hickey, who hasn't been formally charged with any offences, is being released on bail and will be placed under house arrest in Rio.