Visitors to Rio de Janeiro are being warned about a number of thefts and robberies during the Olympics.
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office has updated its advice for Brazil saying there have been a number of reports of tourists being robbed around Rio’s beaches, particularly Copacabana and Ipanema, and in Lapa and Santa Teresa.
It said attempted robberies have also been reported on the waking trail to the Christ the Redeemer statue.
"Avoid carrying valuables and never leave your belongings unattended in public,"advised the FCO.
"Be particularly vigilant and never resist attackers."
