After Christmas: Hong Kong protesters, police clash for third straight day

Hong Kong: Riot police sprayed blue dye and restrained several anti-government protesters in Hong Kong on Thursday, on the third consecutive day of unrest over the Christmas holiday targeting busy shopping centers.

The protests, which came after a night of clashes with police, took place as demonstrators again made allegations of police brutality, reports the South China Morning Post newspaper.

Police published a Facebook post at about 11 a.m. on Thursday, warning that “guns have entered the community”, and reiterated the threat firearms pose to human life.

“If anyone carries or uses genuine firearms in the city, this will pose a serious threat to public safety.

“If members of the public come across any pistol or rifle-like objects or suspicious articles, please leave immediately and make a report to the police when the situation allows,” the post added.

A few hours later, dozens of black-clad activists in their masks marched inside Tai Po Mega Mall, chanting “Five demands, Not one less!” and “Disband the police”. (IANS)

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