More than 200 arrested after anticorruption protests in Philippines
Summary
More than 200 people were arrested following violent clashes at an anticorruption protest in Manila, Philippines. The protesters were demonstrating against alleged corruption in flood control projects. Some parts of the protest turned violent, leading to injuries among police officers and damage to property.Key Facts
- Over 200 people were arrested during the protests in Manila.
- The protests were against alleged corruption in flood control projects.
- Clashes with police resulted in at least 131 officers being injured.
- Police reported some protesters turned violent, vandalizing and setting fires.
- Thousands attended the demonstrations, with most remaining peaceful.
- A curfew for minors was imposed following the protests.
- The protests were linked to allegations of ghost infrastructure projects costing billions of pesos.
- The increased police presence and school closures followed the violence.
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