Police expel #OcupeEstelita protesters in Brazil
Authorities order police to seize historic warehouses in Recife, leading to confrontations with protesters.
Violent clashes broke out in Recife, Brazil Tuesday between local police and #OcupeEstelita protesters as government officials ordered the reclamation of the José Estelita Pier. Reconstruction of the city-owned property was disrupted in May by demonstrators demanding the historic warehouses be preserved. The attempted demolition was a part of “Project New Recife“, an ongoing effort to reshape the city.
The protesters, who have occupied the site since May 21, were dispersed by armored troops Tuesday morning.
Published On 18 Jun 2014