MOSCOW (Sputnik) — On Saturday, the Chileans took to the streets of Valparaiso, protesting against economic downfall and corruption in the country. During the protests, the demonstrators threw rocks and Molotov cocktails at police officers.
The Terra Networks broadcaster reported Saturday that Molotov cocktails caused fires in several buildings of the city and resulted in death of a 71-year-old municipal guard.
Local authorities condemned violence and expressed condolences to a family of the victim, the broadcaster added.
According to country's media, at least three firefighters had also been injured in the clashes during the day.
