Six tried for their part in deadly monivong bridge clashes
The Phnom Penh Municipal Court on Monday began the trial of six people for their involvement in clashes that broke out between civilians and police near Monivong Bridge after a protest on September 12. The six men were all charged with intentional violence with aggravating circumstances and causing damage to property during the clashes, which broke out on the last day of a three-day series of demonstrations by the opposition CNRP after police refused to let people cross the bridge. … Of the 49 police officials who are plaintiffs in the case, 39 were present in court Monday. They each told Mr. Sophana they are not seeking compensation. Major General Sok Khemarin, director of the department of order at the General Commissariat of National Police, said his hand was hurt when his group, which was stationed on the bridge, was confronted by protesters. …
Khuon Narim
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