The normally traffic-clogged streets were largely empty as schools, shops and municipal offices were shuttered for fear of more violence that has already left several people dead and an air of uncertainty hanging over the government of President Jovenel Moise. Police also thwarted an attempt to attack a bank during the demonstration, dragging away several blood-stained suspects and making five arrests. Taking advantage of the chaos, there was some looting Monday — but traders still felt anger only toward the president. "What we are enduring today is because of Jovenel (Moise)... they are hungry," said Joseph, whose stock of fish was totally depleted, of those who stole his goods. "He no longer has any legitimacy: the country will remain deadlocked until Jovenel Moise resigns."

Source: Philippine Star February 11, 2019 23:48 UTC