Actor took to social media to speak out, saying he was under the influence of medication; The case took place in Rio de Janeiro
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The actor Rafael Cardoso took to social media to apologize after attacking an elderly man in a bar Barra da Tijuca, in Rio de Janeiro. “We are here to inform you that actor and businessman Rafael Cardoso deeply regrets the recent events and publicly apologizes,” read the post published on his personal social media account.
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“The actor was under the influence of medication, but that does not justify the mistake and he will face the consequences in all relevant areas. “From this moment on, he is withdrawing to take care of his health,” they added and explained that due to this, the actor will be staying away from social media and his business for a while.
Rafael Cardoso is being investigated by the civil police Rio de Janeiro for attacking the manager of a bar in Barra da Tijuca. The victim, identified as João Fernandes, 64, told authorities that he was attacked by the actor with a punch to the stomach and the back of the head. According to police, the case has been registered at the 16th DP (Barra da Tijuca) and investigations are already underway. Witnesses will be interviewed and steps will be taken to clarify all details of the incident.