"Clashes in northern Peru between police and demonstrators opposing a multi-million dollar gold mining project have left at least three people dead."
"Hundreds of people attacked government buildings in the town of Celendin, prompting the authorities to declare a state of emergency in the region.
Protesters say the Conga project, financed by US-based company Newmont, will destroy water supplies.
Newmont called a temporary halt to work late last year after similar protests."
BBC News had the story July 4, 2012.
Source: BBC, 07/04/2012
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