Riot police arrive in Sheung Wan to clear extradition bill protesters on July 21. Photo: Felix Wong
Riot police arrive in Sheung Wan to clear extradition bill protesters on July 21. Photo: Felix Wong

Hong Kong police confirm use of sponge grenades, rubber bullets and 55 cans of tear gas against extradition bill protesters during clash at Sheung Wan

  • Head of police public relations says, ‘We think the force we used was lawful and proportionate’
  • Softer, larger grenades are less lethal than rubber bullets, says military analyst

Riot police arrive in Sheung Wan to clear extradition bill protesters on July 21. Photo: Felix Wong
Riot police arrive in Sheung Wan to clear extradition bill protesters on July 21. Photo: Felix Wong
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