Brazilian authorities charge olympic swimmer ryan lochte false crime report

You're referring to the infamous incident involving American Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte and his teammates during the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

On August 14, 2016, Lochte and three of his teammates - Gunnar Bentz, Jack Conger, and Jimmy Feigen - claimed that they were robbed at gunpoint by masked men while returning to the Olympic Village from a party in Rio. The incident sparked widespread media attention and outrage, with many criticizing Lochte for his initial account of the events.

However, Brazilian authorities launched an investigation and found that the swimmers had actually vandalized a gas station bathroom and were confronted by security guards, who demanded they pay for the damages. The guards did not use guns, and the swimmers were not robbed.

On August 18, 2016, Brazilian authorities charged Lochte with making a false crime report, which is a criminal offense in Brazil. The other three swimmers were also charged, but with lesser offenses.

Lochte initially apologized for his role in the incident, but later claimed that he had been "over-served" at the party and didn't remember the events clearly. He also faced backlash from his sponsors, including Speedo, which dropped him as a sponsor.

In the end, Lochte was fined $100,000 and had his Olympic accreditation revoked. The other three swimmers also faced consequences, including fines and the loss of their Olympic accreditation.

The incident served as a major embarrassment for the United States and Lochte, who was once considered one of the most dominant swimmers in the world. It also highlighted the importance of honesty and accountability, especially in high-profile situations like the Olympics.