Tear gas, stun grenades: Brazilian police disperse protesters hours before WC opener — RT News
Brazilian police have used teargas and stun grenades in San Paolo clashing with about 200 protesters angry with the govt overspending on the 2014 FIFA World Cup. This occurred hours before the tournament’s opening game to be held in the city.
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There were also reports of rubber bullets that were used against peaceful protesters who were trying to cut off a key venue leading to the Arena Corinthians stadium – the location of the first game of the Cup between hosting Brazil and Crotia.
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policemen fire tear gas at demontrators during a protest against the
2014 World Cup in Sao Paulo June 12, 2014. (Reuters / Ricardo Moraes)
