Venezuela arrests retired general for allegedly plotting to oust Chavez

Venezuelan authorities have arrested a retired National Guard general on accusations that he plotted to overthrow President Hugo Chavez, the suspect's attorney said Wednesday.

Agents from Venezuela's Military Intelligence Directorate arrested Gen. Ramon Guillen Davila on Tuesday on allegations of "promoting a military rebellion to oust the president," Guillermo Heredia told The Associated Press during a telephone interview. (AP)