The riots began when fans tried to overcome the police barrier set up near the Ministry of Finance building
Flamengo celebrates its fourth title Libertadoreswhich was taken Thousands of fans in central Rio on Sunday afternoonIt ended in a confrontation between the military police and part of the public. The atmosphere of the party turned tense after the police tried to control the progress of the people who accompanied the electric trio with the players.
The riots began when fans tried to overcome the police barrier set up near the Ministry of Finance building. The crowd pressed on the tracks, and the customers responded by blocking passage towards the trio, which led to fights and pushing. Since then, the situation has gotten out of control.
According to reports, some fans began throwing objects at police, who responded with tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse the crowd. Two people required medical care and were taken to the Souza Aguiar Municipal Hospital. There are reports of injuries at the scene.
Mobilization at the center had begun hours earlier, with a large crowd awaiting the arrival of the red and black delegation. The gathering was held at Circuito Preta Gil, a traditional celebration point named in honor of the artist and club fan who passed away this year.
The parade was postponed, but the arrival of the players shortly after 1pm intensified the flow of fans along the road between Marco I Street and President Antonio Carlos Street.