Angry Scenes in Hong Kong as Face Mask Ban Proposed

The South China Morning Post said anti-government rallies were held at several locations across Hong Kong on the evening of October 3, after reports emerged of a proposed ban on the use of face masks during protests.

The most fractious scenes were in the wealthy neighborhood of Tai Koo, the Post said, with tear gas being used after crowds confronted police.

Footage here shows a crowd outside Tai Koo metro station, near King’s Road, where the Post said a crowd charged at riot police.

The violent scenes came two days after a young protester, Tsang Chi-kin, was shot in the chest by a police officer. He has since been charged with rioting and assault, but remains in hospital. Credit: Harold Li via Storyful