One injured as police investigate illegal march, attacks on officers in Northern Governorate

Manama, The Director General of the Northern Governorate Police Directorate confirmed that a group of individuals participated in an illegal march on public streets in the village of Diraz and other areas, responding to unlawful incitement calls, against which prior warnings had been issued. The Director General stated that these individuals advanced towards policemen with the intent to obstruct them from performing their duties. The participants engaged in acts of rioting, vandalism, blocked public streets, and threw iron rods and stones at police officers. He explained that the participants in the gathering were warned about their violations of the law, but they did not comply. This necessitated action in accordance with legal protocols to protect property and individuals. As a result of the confrontation, one participant sustained injuries. Relevant authorities are conducting an investigation into the incident, including the police response, in accordance with established regulations and procedures. Add itionally, the authorities are investigating the incitement calls associated with the event to verify all facts related to the incident. Source: Bahrain News Agency