Manchester United star Antony has been cleared of domestic violence towards his ex-girlfriend in Brazil following a police investigation
Brazilian police have reportedly dropped the domestic abuse investigation against Antony due to lack of evidence.
He Manchester United The winger was accused by his ex-girlfriend Gabrielan Cavallin of “domestic violence, threats and bodily harm” last year.
Former Ajax winger Antony immediately… denied the accusationswhich led Cavallin to file police complaints in his native Brazil and in England.
Two more women subsequently came forward with similar allegations, although one of them later dropped her case.
This led Antonio to give a Tearful interview on live television where he stressed that there was no truth to the accusations.
An emotional Antonio said: “It's something that doesn't cross my mind.
“I know the truth and it will come out. I know there are many people who are massacring me, but the truth will come out.”
Antony, who has spoken to Greater Manchester Police to discuss the allegations, took a “period of absence” at the start of last season.
His special absence caused him to miss three Premier League games in the 2023/24 campaign.
But according to a Brazilian media outlet Globo.comHe has now been acquitted after police found insufficient evidence of any wrongdoing.
Following a year-long investigation, the Public Security Secretariat told Brazilian media: “The case was processed confidentially.
“More information should be requested from the courts.”
Greater Manchester Police continue to conduct an independent investigation.
How to contact for help
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If you are a victim of domestic abuse, SupportLine is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6pm to 8pm on 01708 765200.
The charity's email support service is open Monday to Friday and at weekends during the crisis. messageinfo@supportline.org.uk.
Women's Aid offers a live chat service – Available Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and weekends from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
You can also call the 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247.
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