What went wrong at Sydney protest

Anti-racism protests turned ugly last night when police were forced to pepper spray dozens of Sydneysiders. BlackLivesMatter

Police then issued a formal “move on” order to protesters, warning them to leave the concourse at Central Station or get arrested.

The decision, overturning a Supreme Court ruling on Friday night, gave protesters immunity from arrest for blocking roads along the planned route from Town Hall to Belmore Park. “As of 5pm, there were no arrests made during the protest and we are not aware of any acts of violence or property damage,” Assistant Commissioner Luke Cornelius said.

Thousands of people turned up to the protest wearing face masks, while volunteers offered hand sanitiser and encouraged people to practise social distancing.

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