Armed Opposition Group Arrested In Venezuela's Merida City

Armed Opposition Group Arrested In Venezuela's Merida City
By Ryan Mallett-Outtrim

Merida, April 9th 2014 (venezuelanalysis.com) - Authorities in Venezuela's western state of Merida say they have arrested three armed opposition protesters, as violent anti-government groups continue to vandalise public assets.

According to state governor Alexis Ramirez, the protesters were carrying a rifle and an improvised shotgun-like weapon.

The trio were captured by authorities on Avenue Las Americas – a main road that has been repeatedly blocked by opposition barricades.

The governor claimed the armed group raises concerns of possible paramilitary activity in Merida state. However, he stated that the authorities will continue to work to remove barricades.

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