Violent protestors commit destructive acts extensively in various districts
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Please broadcast the following message as soon as possible and repeat it at suitable intervals:
Since 2 pm today (November 10), radical protestors have been gathering in multiple locations across the territories. They have been loitering in several malls and vandalising shops and facilities therein, breaching of the peace in the mall.
As at 5.30 pm, radical protestors vandalised facilities of shops of Festival Walk in Kowloon Tong. Police officers attended scene but was attacked by the violent protestors. One culprit escaped. The arrest action is in progress. Also, some radical protestors stormed the restaurants and vandalised facilities of shops of Citywalk in Tsuen Wan. Protestors blocked exits of the mall, neglecting safety of members of the public at scene. Some protestors were occupying Tuen Mun Heung Sze Wui Road outside V city in Tuen Mun, paralysing the traffic in the vicinity. The situations of New Town Plaza in Sha Tin and East Point City in Hang Hau are peaceful so far.
Police express condemnation against the radical protestors and warn them to stop all illegal acts. Since there is crime committed in various malls, Police have the responsibility and legal power to enter the malls for investigation and arrest actions.
Members of the public in these areas are advised to mind their own safety and stay tuned to Police’s announcements and updates on social media.
Ends/Sunday, November 10, 2019
Issued at HKT 18:20
Issued at HKT 18:20
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