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Violence erupts in Mexico following petrol price hike

Riot police stand guard at a shopping center to prevent looting in Puebla, Mexico on January 5, 2017. © AFP

Alasdair Baverstock
Press TV, Mexico City

The Mexican government’s decision to raise petrol prices has caused riots and looting across the country. Angry Mexicans have blockaded highways and gas stations. The unrest has also left 1 police officer dead and several others injured.


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