Hong Kong Unmasking Prosecution of two people violating the rules
After a rule prohibiting hiding their faces with masks during protests in Hong Kong, two men and women were prosecuted for the first time as a violation of this rule, and citizens' repulsion against the government was further strengthened.
In Hong Kong, citizens who are reluctant to keep their faces hidden by masks during protests have been protesting in various places since the 5th.
Two men and women aged 18 and 38 were prosecuted for the first time for crimes that violated the rules, and they were granted bail on the 7th. A large number of citizens gathered in front of the court where the hearing was held, saying, "The mask is innocent."
On the 6th, there were a series of clashes between protesting young people and critical citizens. According to the Hong Kong government, 37 men and women have been injured so far and have been treated in hospitals. .
In Hong Kong, protests are being called for on the night of the 7th, and there are a number of major supermarkets and convenience stores that are worried about confusion and that shorten business hours.
On the other hand, since the “Emergency Situation Ordinance” that the government has enacted to enforce this rule can set various rules without approval of the parliament other than prohibiting masking, among the citizens the government There are growing concerns that will tighten regulations even further.