Protesters break through mesh fencing at DNC perimeter - Reuters TV

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19 August 2024 at 6:06 pm

Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Dozens of protesters broke through part of the perimeter security fence surrounding the Democratic National Convention on Monday, drawing riot police to the site, a Reuters Television witness said.

"Law enforcement personnel are currently on-scene and more information will be provided when available," said a Chicago city spokesperson.

(Reporting by Julio-Cesar Chavez and Trevor Hunnicut; Writing by Doina Chiacu; Editing by Howard Goller)

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