STATE POLICE announces tonight: “During today’s protest, State Police officers have faced continuous acts of violence, which directly endanger their lives and health, as well as the safety of citizens.
The State Police calls on all protest participants to distance themselves from masked and violent individuals who attack Police officers and institutions, and damage public and private property.
We call on citizens to avoid areas where acts of violence are taking place and not to become part of actions that undermine public order and safety.
The right to protest peacefully is guaranteed by law. Violence, attacks on Police officers, and damage to public and private property are unacceptable and are punishable by law.
Any violent act that endangers the lives of Police officers and citizens will be dealt with in accordance with the law.
The State Police continues to be at the forefront of duty in guaranteeing public order and safety, in enforcement of the law and in service to citizens”.