The incident happened when officers had spoken to several people on Bellamystraat about their behavior. They did not comply with the distance rules that apply because of the corona virus. The officers were attacked by the group, kicking and biting an agent.
Two officers were injured in the incident. They received a tetanus injection because of the bite wounds and they use antibiotics. Police say the incident had “a significant impact” on the agents, calling such aggression and violence against aid workers “completely unacceptable,” especially at this difficult time. “
Both suspects are in custody. It is unclear how many people are still wanted, but the police do not rule out more arrests.
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