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Security tightened at Brazilian GP

Security at the Brazilian GP has been tightened in the wake of the armed robbery of Mercedes team members leaving the circuit on Friday night. Gunmen held up a minibus carrying Mercedes personnel and stole valuables, while a car carrying FIA officials was also threatened. No one was harmed in either incident. Mercedes bus robbed at gunpoint The FIA issued a statement on Saturday night confirming an increased security presence from local police and have advised people to take all necessary precautions when travelling to and from the circuit on race day. "The circuit has informed all of the event stakeholders that the Sao Paulo police force has taken additional measures after these...
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