Former footballer Robinho jailed in rural penitentiary for infamous inmates

Former footballer Robinho arrived early Friday at the rural Tremembe penitentiary where he is expected to serve at least 40% of his nine-year sentence for rape. Brazilian authorities frequently isolate rapists for their own safety but they did not disclose whether the 40-year-old Robinho received such treatment. Brazil criminal law states convicts such as Robinho could get a more flexible jail regime for good behavior in prison.