Venezuelan protesters tell of rising police violence

'It takes a lot of courage': Venezuelan protesters tell of rising police violence

It was the second time Wuilly Arteaga’s violin was damaged during anti-government protests in Caracas, but it was the first time he was injured by police.

Arteaga, who has become a symbol of Venezuela’s protest movement for playing his instrument amid raging street battles, was injured during Sunday’s clashes. Footage from the incident showed police firing rubber bullets and teargas, as protesters threw stones.

Arteaga said the incident reflected an increase in police brutality across the country. “How can one even grasp the fact the National Guard shot me in the face for playing the violin?” he asked.
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