Gunfire injures 6 police officers in Martinique during protests

At least six police officers were injured by gunfire overnight in the French Caribbean island of Martinique during violent protests over the high cost of living, officials said Tuesday.

Two unidentified suspects were arrested, according to a statement from Martinique’s government. Gunfire erupted late Monday and early Tuesday as cars burned and police launched tear gas to repel demonstrators participating in small protests that began in recent weeks. France Télévisions reported that at least one civilian was also injured by gunfire and was hospitalized. Government officials said several stores also were looted and called for calm.