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Haiti anti-corruption protest turns violent

At least one killed and dozens injured as thousands protest in Haiti over the latest corruption scandal.

Protesters march to demand an investigation into what they say is the alleged misuse of Venezuela-sponsored PetroCaribe funds, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, October 17, 2018. REUTERS/Andres Martinez Casar — Protesters march to demand an investigation into what they say is the alleged misuse of a Venezuela-sponsored oil programme. [Andres Martinez Casares/Reuters]

At least one person has been killed and dozens injured as thousands of protesters took to the streets in Haiti’s capital, Port-au-Prince, over a corruption scandal, with some marchers calling for the resignation of President Jovenel Moise.

A report by Haiti’s Senate published in August accused two former prime ministers and former government officials of embezzlement, abuse of authority and forgery stemming from the use of funds in a Venezuelan oil loan programme.

Moise, in a speech on Wednesday to mark the anniversary of the death of Haiti’s founder, Jean-Jacques Dessalines, pledged that a trial would be held to get to the bottom of missing funds.

“Once you have stolen government funds, whether you are part of the government, of the opposition or of the population, you’ll have to face justice,” Moise said in his remarks in the northern town of Marchand Dessalines.

A protester pushes an old refrigerator into a burning barricade during a march to demand an investigation into what they say is the alleged misuse of Venezuela-sponsored PetroCaribe funds, in Port-au- — Protesters erected flaming barricades made of tires and piles of garbage. [Andres Martinez Casares/Reuters]

A Haitian National Police officer fires his weapon towards protesters during a shooting after a ceremony for the anniversary of the killing of Jean-Jacques Dessalines in Port-au-Prince, Haiti October — One man was killed in central Port-au-Prince during the violent clashes. [Andres Martinez Casares/Reuters]

Haitian National Police officers take cover during a shooting after a ceremony for the anniversary of the killing of Jean-Jacques Dessalines in Port-au-Prince, Haiti October 17, 2018. Civil society ha — Dozens were injured, including 10 police officers. [Andres Martinez Casares/Reuters]

Protesters run away as Haitian National Police officers disperse them with tear gas during a march to demand an investigation into what they say is the alleged misuse of Venezuela-sponsored PetroCarib — Police fired tear gas at demonstrators. Riot police could also be seen standing guard at several businesses in the capital's upscale Petion-Ville area. [Andres Martinez Casares/Reuters]

A woman takes cover between Haitian National Police officers during clashes after a ceremony for the anniversary of the killing of Jean-Jacques Dessalines in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, October 17, 2018. C — A woman takes cover behind Haitian National Police officers during clashes. President Moise pledged that a trial would be held to get to the bottom of the missing funds. [Andres Martinez Casares/Reuters]

Haitian National Police officers stop protesters near the National Palace during a march to demand an investigation into what they say is the alleged misuse of Venezuela-sponsored PetroCaribe funds, i — Opposition leaders have said they do not believe a fair trial is possible while Moise remains in power because of his ties to Martelly. [Andres Martinez Casares/Reuters]

A musician takes cover during a shooting after a ceremony for the anniversary of the killing of Jean-Jacques Dessalines in Port-au-Prince, Haiti October 17, 2018. Civil society has been called today t — Musicians taking part in a ceremony for the anniversary of the killing of Jean-Jacques Dessalines take cover during the clash between police and protesters. [Andres Martinez Casares/Reuters]