Protesters gather on Des Vouex Road while First Aiders Standby

Protestors gathered on the intersection between Ice House Street and Des Vouex Road. Some set up roadblocks by burning sundries on the intersection. Meanwhile, first aiders arrived and prepared themselves in case of any injuries.

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Protesters gather on Des Vouex Road while First Aiders Standby

Protestors gathered on the intersection between Ice House Street and Des Vouex Road. Some set up roadblocks by burning sundries on the intersection. Meanwhile, first aiders arrived and prepared themselves in case of any injuries.

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Protesters Advance as Police Retreat

The police retreated as protestors pushed forward the riot police. They yelled at the protesters while retreating, "you don't need to follow us! Stop right now!"

The protestors ignored the warnings and continued to advance, forcing the riot police to leave the scene.

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1630 |
Riot Police fired 4 rounds of tear gas outside of the Statue Square, and the intersection between Des Voeux Road Central and Ice House Street without any warning.

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1718 | #Central
Sources said since most reporters and first-aiders have left the Statue Square area. Civilians are advised to leave.

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