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Over 1,000 persons were arrested for unlawful assembly following a Police operation in Wan Chai which started yesterday (December 17).
They are being dealt with in accordance with the laws of Hong Kong and established procedures.
As at 10 pm today, the latest information indicates that a total of 116 people, including 101 men and 15 women, were injured during the disturbance.
Among them, 46 men and 10 women were Police officers.
Up till now, a total of 188 protestors have been released. Police investigations are still on-going with regard to the remaining arrested persons. The detainees have been provided with hot meals, drinks and snacks.
As for the public procession from Victoria Park to Wan Chai Cargo Working Area this afternoon, it was estimated that some 5,800 people had attended the event.
Police Report No. 7
Ends/Sunday, December 18, 2005
Issued at HKT 23:35
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