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Authorities disperse occupation in Hanover

Unusual happenings at Klagesmarkt: a line of officers with batons and helmets guard the entrance of an empty house. A man wearing a leopard skirt, bra, and fishnet stockings takes a seat on a nearby bench with his legs spread wide.

SymClub
May 19, 2024
2 min read
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A police cordon protects the building, a half-naked man sits with his legs apart in front of the...
A police cordon protects the building, a half-naked man sits with his legs apart in front of the officers

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At the Christopher Street Festival - Authorities disperse occupation in Hanover

A significant police intervention during Christopher Street Day celebrations in Hanover!

As approximately 12,000 individuals carrying rainbow flags and vivid attire walked by Klagesmarkt around 3:15 p.m., left-wing chaotic protesters attacked an unoccupied house located near the parade route. Law enforcement tried to prevent other CSD participants from entering the house, resulting in a brawl. The cops deployed pepper spray, and one officer suffered injuries.

The squatters have hung protest banners from the windows

Amazingly, 15 individuals managed to occupy the residence, which had been vacant for 10 years, showcasing their disagreement with the increasing rents and the shortage of accommodations. The building's owner filed charges related to trespassing and damages. During the house storming, a window pane got shattered.

This window pane was smashed by the chaotic criminals to get into the house

In the meantime, nearly 70 attendees of the CSD parade amassed in front of the house to demonize the police operation. Gradually, the squatters were removed from the building, and their personal details were documented by the officers.

CSD participants show solidarity with the squatters

The only obstacles encountered: two activists who continued to remain on the roof. After waiting for the height intervention team, the two men finally exited the roof voluntarily, allowing the operation to conclude in the evening.

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