Published on 05.05.2024
Eleven members of the police were injured during the night from Saturday to Sunday during riots at the Reitschule in Bern. The police were attacked with stones, bottles, fireworks and lasers.
In a press release released on Sunday afternoon, the Bernese police spoke of a targeted attack against the intervention forces. Three of the injured officers had to be taken to hospital. It is not known if there are any other injuries. Several police and private vehicles were damaged.
The police were informed at half past midnight that individuals wanted to set fire to containers. On site, the police came across hooded people erecting several street barricades.
The police were attacked and responded with rubber bullets, water cannons and irritant gas. They withdrew once calm returned. The police have launched an appeal for witnesses.
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