Protestors blocked the junction of Lockhart Road and Fenwick Street
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     A large group of protestors have set up barricades at the junction of Lockhart Road and Fenwick Street, Wan Chai, seriously obstructing traffic and emergency services.
      
     Also, some protestors are aiming laser beams at Police officers, posing a threat to the safety of everyone at scene.
      
     The protestors concerned are participating in an “unauthorised assembly”. Police warn them to stop all unlawful acts immediately. They should respect others’ rights while expressing their views.
      
     Police appeal to everyone at scene to leave immediately and remind drivers to stay tuned to the latest traffic arrangement.
 

Ends/Sunday, August 11, 2019
Issued at HKT 18:31

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