Rioters set fire outside the High Court and the Court of Final Appeal

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     In the evening today (December 8), rioters spray-painted the exterior walls of the High Court and threw petrol bombs outside the High Court and the Court of Final Appeal, damaging government property and seriously challenging the spirit of the rule of law.

     Police appeal to protestors to express their views in a peaceful manner and warn the rioters to stop all illegal acts.

     The cases are now classified as “Arson” and will be investigated by District Investigation Team of Central District.

Ends/Sunday, December 8, 2019
Issued at HKT 21:19

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