I did however get to see the aftermath. The broken glass, the torn down street signs, the upset store owners whose businesses were destroyed and looted, and the rocks and debris filling the streets that were used as projectiles. It felt mildly like a warzone, but one where nobody even blinks at it because it is fairly standard. I personally don't understand the need for excessive violence during a protest, but I suppose it is more eventful to photograph than your average daily street life.
A large group of students forced the front gate open, smashed the windows and looted this pharmacy
A large frame for advertisements lies on the side of the street while clean up crews tend to all the broken glass and debris
Riot police stand on guard in case any protestors return
Waiting for the bus amongst the mess
This bus map has seen better days
Nobody even cares about walking through broken glass
This cell phone store, Claro, was completely destroyed and looted. The inside was almost entirely empty besides some overturned desks and shelves.
Since I got no photos of the action taking place you feel free to check out this site for some photos of the protest and riot. The second gallery has all the rioting photos. Protest photos
