Number of arrests at Palestine Action protest rises to more than 500
Summary
More than 500 people were arrested during a protest in London supporting Palestine Action, a group banned under the Terrorism Act. Most arrests were for showing signs supporting the group, and the police are now working on charging individuals who violated the law.Key Facts
- Over 532 people were arrested during the protest in London.
- 521 arrests happened because people showed signs supporting Palestine Action.
- Palestine Action was banned in July, making support a criminal act.
- Six people were arrested for attacking police officers.
- Two were arrested for not following Public Order Act rules.
- The average age of those arrested was 54.
- The police are preparing charges against those arrested for illegal support.
- 212 people who refused to give their details stayed in custody longer.
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