Anti-Occupy Central group intrudes Mong Kok protest site

In the past few weeks, those out in the streets of Mong Kong in support of the Occupy Central movement (OC) have witnessed violent and aggressive behaviours displayed by unhappy anti-OC groups. Masked protestors, perhaps to hide their identity, intruded the OC camp in attempt to remove any sort of barrier. As the OC supporters tried to prevent their barriers being taken away, several hostile protestors began to rattle the barriers. The Police later confirmed that six people have been arrested for common assault. Moreover, it was alleged that some anti-OC protesters landed punches on the head of a journalist as he was trying to capture the clashes between both parties. In the words of the Police spokesman, “Mong Kok had become increasingly dangerous”. In contrast, the protest site at Admiralty is a lot more peaceful and civilised, with protestors either engaged in discussion or resting in their respective tents.

The OC movement had commenced for more than a month now and many of the anti-OC protestors decided to take action as they are frustrated by the inconveniences and consequences triggered by the movement. They claim that it takes longer to arrive to work and Hong Kong’s reputation as an international business hub had been negatively affected. Some local businessmen are particularly concerned about the movement as they have experienced a decline in their daily income.