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Police, state troopers attack protesters in Ferguson, MO

By staff

Police line up before attacking protesters in Ferguson, MO.

Ferguson, MO – Following Governor Jay Nixon’s announcement of a state of emergency here, police and state troopers launched an attack on protesters who were demanding justice for Mike Brown. In the early morning hours of Aug. 17, police used tear gas and carried out arrests.

Police and state troopers get ready to repress demonstrations in Ferguson, MO.

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