Violent Protests Continue In Hong Kong

CNN: Live ammunition, petrol bombs and water cannons mark violent escalation in Hong Kong protests

Hong Kong (CNN)A Hong Kong police officer fired a live shot into the air after protesters squared off against police armed with water cannons on Sunday night, marking one of the most violent nights of pro-democracy protests seen over the 12 weekends of consecutive protests that have rocked the city.

Four police officers were filmed drawing their guns after demonstrators were seen chasing them with metal pipes, according to CNN affiliate iCable.

The iCable footage shows the policemen drawing their guns and pointing them towards people ahead. It is unclear whether the targeted people were protesters or members of the press.

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More News On The Unrest In Hong Kong

Hong Kong police draw guns in latest protest violence -- AP
Hong Kong police fire first gunshot, water cannon in protest clashes -- AFP
Hong Kong police deployed water cannons for the first time after protests over surveillance turned violent -- Business Insider
Hong Kong police fire gun and use water cannon on protesters -- BBC
Tear gas fills Hong Kong’s streets as brick-throwing protesters clash with police (PHOTOS/VIDEO) -- RT

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