Two men arrested in probe into 2018 killing of Rio de Janeiro councilwoman

Two men arrested in probe into 2018 killing of Rio de Janeiro councilwoman

Rio de Janeiro councilwoman Marielle Franco was killed in 2018 (Ellis Rua/AP/PA)

Federal police in Brazil have arrested the men suspected of ordering the killing of Rio de Janeiro councilwoman Marielle Franco in 2018.

The assassination of the 38-year-old black, bisexual Rio de Janeiro city councilwoman in a drive-by shooting shook the country profoundly.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited