New Ring Road Protest

New Ring Road Protest

More demolitions have residents, again, protesting in the streets. Ever since the siege of Police 6:30 this morning, residents have been resisting police forces with the throwing of gasoline bottles, however, their efforts have not stopped police intervention.

At least, 15 people have been taken into custody by the Special Forces, including the pedagogue Ervin Goci. 

As a result of clashes, 13 people were taken to the Trauma Hospital, 5 of which were apart of law enforcement. And the residents who have been sent to the hospital have been accused of violence. 

With the support of the Police Forces, heavy vehicles from the National Territorial Defense Inspectorate have made their way to the New Ring Road.

24 dwellings have been demolished and others are in the process of being taken down which is expected to continue into tomorrow.

Any attempts to enter the demolition area are being prevented by police. This includes the areas within the enclosures situated not only the entrance of the New Ring Road but also at its secondary axes.

Meanwhile, lawyers for Astiri's residents have denounced the Police intervention and have affirmed they have every intention of continuing their ongoing legal battle.


 

EMISIONET