The Olympic torch was paraded through the streets of downtown Rio de Janeiro as the flame neared the end of its journey under a strong police presence. Nearby people protested against corruption and the billions spent on the Olympics.

Brazil: Protests follow the Olympic torch parade
The Olympic torch was paraded through the streets of downtown Rio de Janeiro as the flame neared the end of its journey under a strong police presence. Nearby people protested against corruption and the billions spent on the Olympics.