Police in Hong Kong clashed with pro-democracy protesters Saturday after some groups attempted to break through a security barrier at an intersection. (Oct. 18)
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Hong Kong – October 19, 2014
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1. Police move forward towards pro-democracy protesters
2. Police reinforcements move in towards protesters, banner reading: (Cantonese/English) “Stop Charging or We Use Force”
3. Blue tent being taken away from area
STORYLINE:
Police and pro-democracy protesters clashed in the Mong Kok district of Hong Kong early on Sunday morning.
Some protesters attempted to break through barriers at an intersection, prompting police to bring in reinforcements.
Scuffles ensued and police used batons against the protesters.
Police were later seen clearing umbrellas off the road and removing barriers.
Protesters are pressing for a greater say in choosing the semiautonomous Chinese city’s leader in an inaugural direct election, promised for 2017.
Students and activists oppose Beijing’s ruling that a committee stacked with pro-Beijing elites should screen candidates in the election. That effectively means that Beijing can vet candidates before they go to a public vote.
