Special Operations Battalion police officers patrol during an operation in the Nova Holanda slum, part of the Complexo da Mare, in Rio de Janeiro, Tuesday, June 25, 2013. The police operation aimed to capture an alleged looter, who according to police killed an officer after a peaceful protest Monday night. At least seven people died and two suspects were captured during Tuesday's operation, according to the police. (AP Photo/Felipe Dana)
Special Operations Battalion police officers patrol during an operation in the Nova Holanda slum, part of the Complexo da Mare, in Rio de Janeiro, Tuesday, June 25, 2013. The police operation aimed to capture an alleged looter, who according to police killed an officer after a peaceful protest Monday night. At least seven people died and two suspects were captured during Tuesday's operation, according to the police. (AP Photo/Felipe Dana)
BELO HORIZONTE, Brazil (AP) ? Demanding better public services and angered by World Cup costs, about 100,000 people are expected at a protest Wednesday before Brazil plays Uruguay in the Confederations Cup semifinals.
Officials have declared a holiday in Belo Horizonte and authorities are expecting confrontations with the demonstrators.
Belo Horizonte has had some of the most violent clashes between police and protesters since the country was swept by a wave of demonstrations calling for better education, transportation and health services.
There were no major protests in the city Tuesday. But groups closed three main roads, insisting that public officials pay more attention to their demands.
FIFA President Sepp Blatter will be in Belo Horizonte on Wednesday.
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