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Maó Vox protest: woman hurt as police charge crowd

Responsible for this content: Frank Menze

Maó, Menorca: a 32-year-old woman is taken to hospital during a protest against Vox leader Santiago Abascal on Friday night, as National Police officers charge at demonstrators to clear the area. She is treated for multiple bruises at Mateu Orfila Hospital, the Menorca Health Area says.

Archivo - Varias personas en la entrada del Hospital Mateu Orfila de Menorca,en Mahón.
Europa Press

Between 200 and 300 people had gathered against Abascal’s presence. After his political event ended, protesters were packed near the square where it had taken place. Police sources say officers charged to clear the area. The reports do not establish how the woman was injured.

She was discharged at about 10.00 am on Saturday, 24 October. No one was arrested.

Topics: Police · Protests · Palma

Source: Europa Press / Mallorca.com

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