The officer faced intense criticism for aiming a gun directly at protesters. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong policeman filmed aiming gun at protesters hailed as a hero by Chinese state media
- The officer’s actions last month were widely criticised, but as mainland outlets ramp up their rhetoric against the protests he has been singled out for praise
- Police defended his actions, saying he had been surrounded by demonstrators and had lost his helmet
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The officer faced intense criticism for aiming a gun directly at protesters. Photo: Reuters