Arrests, clashes as MV Barima protesters take to streets during King’s visit
A demonstration by survivors and families of the MV Barima maritime tragedy turned violent along the Georgetown Seawall. The event began peacefully near Umana Yana but escalated into physical scuffles and tense standoffs. Protesters accused police of brutality. Tensions rose early in the day when law enforcement officers intercepted a drummer. The protests occurred during a visit by the King.
(Kaieteur News) – What began as a peaceful demonstration organised by the families and survivors of the MV Barima maritime tragedy escalated into tense standoffs, physical scuffles, and accusations of police brutality along the Georgetown Seawall. The protest originated near Umana Yana, where tensions flared early after law enforcement officers intercepted a drummer participating in the […] The post Arrests, clashes as MV Barima protesters take to streets during King’s visit appeared first on Kaieteur News .