(17 May 1996) T/I: 10:42:27

While fighting continues in the Liberian capital Monrovia, more
Liberians are trying to escape the violence. Heavy fighting spread on Thursday (16/5) into the suburbs around Monrovia. It is believed five of the country's seven rebel groups
are now involved in the fighting.

SHOWS:

MONROVIA, LIBERIA - 15 MAY
ws shooting on street
vs refugees in tents on russian ship "zolotitsa" waiting to leave
vs boys being punished for looting by ecomag soldiers

MONROVIA, LIBERIA - 16 MAY
vs destroyed buildings
vs "casket centre" shop
ws destruction
ws kids in car race down street
destruction
ws children in car with guns
vs people at gun positions dance to music
vs children play
destroyed houses

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