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legalcrime1 year ago•3 min saved

"12 Jailed for Storming Hong Kong Legislature in 2019 Protests"

A Hong Kong court sentenced 12 people to jail terms ranging from over four years to nearly seven years for their involvement in the storming of the city's legislature during a pro-democracy protest in 2019. The incident, which saw protesters break into the legislative council building, was described by the judge as a serious blow to the city's rule of law. Among those sentenced were actor Gregory Wong, political activists Ventus Lau and Owen Chow, and former president of the University of Hong Kong's student union, Althea Suen. The judge detailed the protesters' actions, and more than 10,200 people were arrested in relation to the 2019 protests, with over 870 charged with rioting.

via Reuters|

#hong-kong #legalcrime #legislative-council

international-news1 year ago•1 min saved

"Rival Eritrean Groups Clash, Setting Police Cars Ablaze in the Netherlands"

Rioting erupted between two rival groups of Eritreans in the Netherlands, resulting in the torching of police cars and a bus, with tear gas used by officers to quell the unrest. The clash reflects deep divisions within the Eritrean diaspora between those loyal to the government and those who strongly oppose it, with similar outbreaks of violence occurring at Eritrean events in Europe in recent months.

via The Associated Press|

#diaspora #eritrea #international-news

international-news2 years ago•2 min saved

"Papua New Guinea Declares State of Emergency Following Deadly Riots"

Papua New Guinea declared a state of emergency after rioting and violence erupted following a police and public sector protest over a pay cut, resulting in at least 20 deaths. Soldiers and police patrolled the quiet streets of Port Moresby, with long lines forming at petrol stations. The unrest, sparked by a pay cut blamed on an administrative glitch, led to looting and arson, prompting the deployment of over 1,000 soldiers and a 14-day state of emergency.

via Reuters Canada|

#international-news #papua-new-guinea #police-pay-cut

international-news2 years ago•2 min saved

"Papua New Guinea Declares State of Emergency After Deadly Riots"

Papua New Guinea's prime minister declared a state of emergency and suspended government and police officials after 16 people were killed in rioting sparked by a police and public sector protest over a pay cut. The protests descended into lawlessness, with nine people killed in the capital, Port Moresby, and seven in Lae. Prime Minister James Marape suspended the chief of police and top bureaucrats while a review is conducted, and 1,000 military personnel are on standby to prevent further unrest. The United States Embassy reported tensions remaining high, and several Chinese citizens were injured in the violence. Australia is monitoring the situation and has not received any requests for help from Papua New Guinea.

via NBC News|

#international-news #papua-new-guinea #police-protest

unrest-and-violence2 years ago•2 min saved

Violence and Unrest in Papua New Guinea: A Snapshot of Recent Events

At least eight people have died in Papua New Guinea's capital, Port Moresby, following major rioting and unrest triggered by a police strike over a pay dispute. Prime Minister James Marape has condemned the lawlessness and deployed the army to restore order. The violence, which also spread to the city of Lae, was sparked by a protest strike after public servants discovered their pay had been reduced. The unrest has led to looting, fires, and shooting injuries, prompting calls for calm from neighboring Australia.

via BBC.com|

#papua-new-guinea #police-strike #prime-minister-james-marape

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Trump Campaign Accused of Inciting Riots at Huntington Place in 2020 Election Aftermath

Prosecutors working for Special Counsel Jack Smith have filed a court document alleging that the Trump campaign "encouraged rioting" at the TCF Center in Detroit, now known as Huntington Place, during the counting of absentee ballots after the 2020 election. The filing claims that an employee of the Trump campaign exchanged text messages with an unnamed Trump campaign attorney, encouraging rioting and obstruction when it became apparent that President Joe Biden was leading in the vote count. Prosecutors argue that this evidence shows Trump's knowledge of his election loss and his intent to obstruct and overturn the results. In response, a Trump spokesman accused Smith of interfering in the upcoming presidential election and criticized the inclusion of claims not found in the original indictment.

via Yahoo News|

#2020-election #detroit #donald-trump

crime2 years ago•6 min saved

Dublin Stabbing: Heroic Immigrant Donor and McGregor's Criticism Amid Riots

A second child involved in the Dublin stabbing incident outside a school on Thursday has been discharged from the hospital, while a five-year-old girl and a school care assistant remain in critical condition. No arrests have been made in relation to the incident, but Gardaí are focusing on one suspect, a man in his 40s, who is currently under guard in the hospital. Following the stabbing, there were hours of rioting in Dublin city center, resulting in 48 arrests. The police are reviewing thousands of hours of CCTV footage. The Irish Justice Minister has deployed additional police units and allocated funds for the purchase of more patrol cars to maintain order and bring those responsible to justice.

via BBC.com|

#children-injured #crime #dublin-stabbing

crime2 years ago•3 min saved

Violent Chaos Unleashed in Dublin: Riots, Stabbings, and Tram Fire

Irish police have arrested 34 people following riots in Dublin, which were sparked by rumors that a foreign national was responsible for stabbing three young children outside a school. Prime Minister Leo Varadkar condemned the anti-immigrant protesters, stating that they sought chaos rather than protecting the country's way of life. The violence comes amid rising tensions over immigration in Ireland, with right-wing groups using social media to stir up opposition. The alleged assailant remains hospitalized, while a 5-year-old girl is in critical condition. Commissioner Drew Harris described the rioters as a "complete lunatic hooligan faction driven by far-right ideology."

via ABC News|

#anti-immigrant-protests #crime #dublin

social-unrest2 years ago•5 min saved

"France's Social Tensions Ignite: Over 1,300 Arrested in Violent Protests Following Teen's Killing by Police"

Rioting continues for a fourth night in cities across France, with over 1,300 arrests made, as protests over the killing of a 17-year-old by police intensify. Despite a massive police deployment, clashes between protesters and law enforcement persist, resulting in fires, looting, and vandalism. The funeral for the teenager, identified as Nahel, took place on Saturday. The violence, fueled by long-standing tensions between police and marginalized communities, has spread nationwide and poses a challenge for President Emmanuel Macron. The government has implemented stricter security measures, but the unrest continues, with demands for accountability and an end to racial discrimination in policing.

via ABC News|

#france #police-killing #protests

social-issues2 years ago•6 min saved

"French President Calls for Teenage Curfew Amidst Nationwide Riots"

French President Emmanuel Macron is calling on parents to keep teenagers at home to quell the rioting that has spread across France following the deadly police shooting of a 17-year-old. Macron believes that social media platforms like Snapchat and TikTok are fueling copycat violence and wants them to remove sensitive content. He also expressed concern that some young rioters are influenced by violent video games. The unrest has led to over 875 arrests and at least 200 police officers injured, with tensions escalating in disadvantaged neighborhoods. The government has deployed tens of thousands of police officers to restore order, and Macron is considering declaring a state of emergency.

via The Associated Press|

#france #police-shooting #rioting

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

North Carolina anti-rioting bill becomes law without governor's approval

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper has allowed a bill increasing penalties for rioters to become law without his signature, after blocking a similar bill in 2021. The legislation, proposed following the nationwide riots in 2020, increases punishments for violent rioters and creates new crimes for those who cause death or incite rioting that contributes to a death. The bill also lets property owners seek compensation from perpetrators and requires defendants accused of rioting or looting to wait 24 hours before their bond and pretrial release rules are set. Social justice advocates claim the measure restricts the right to protest and free speech, but supporters argue it protects the First Amendment rights of peaceful protesters while keeping them, law enforcement, and property owners safe from violence during any riot.

via Fox News|

#first-amendment #governor-roy-cooper #law-enforcement