Rui Pinto keeps witness protection after Portugal annuls decision to end it
Portugal has kept Rui Pinto’s security programme in force after finding that he was denied a chance to challenge its planned closure. A new decision is still pending.
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Rui Pinto’s protection set to end after Portuguese police assess low risk
Portugal’s special security committee cited a police risk assessment and Pinto’s alleged failure to meet programme commitments. His lawyers plan to challenge the decision.
Rui Pinto’s lawyers plan appeal over end of witness protection in Portugal
The Football Leaks source was told his special protection is due to end on 10 October. His lawyers want the decision reconsidered and the risk assessment disclosed.
Portugal to end Rui Pinto’s witness protection programme participation on 10 October
Portuguese reporters say the Football Leaks founder will leave the programme after a risk reassessment. Whether he will retain police protection remains unclear.