White House concerned about violence in Venezuela

WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House is expressing deep concern about violence in Venezuela and calling for those responsible to be held accountable.

Spokesman Jay Carney says the use of security forces and armed gangs by the Venezuelan government to disrupt peaceful protests is alarming and could lead to more violence. Carney is also calling for the immediate release of scores of anti-government protesters who have been arrested and detained by the authorities.