ME intervenes at asylum seeker protest in Loosdrecht.
Police evacuated Loosdrecht after a protest against a planned refugee center. The demonstration became disruptive with thrown objects. No arrests were initially made, but several people were arrested.
The protest occurred in Loosdrecht, Netherlands, over three nights. People were against the planned arrival of a temporary asylum seeker reception center. Demonstrators threw eggs and fireworks, causing a tense situation. Police used a mobile unit to manage the crowd and make arrests. One officer was injured during the events.
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Highlights
Police Evacuated Loosdrecht Area
Police evacuated the area around the municipal building in Loosdrecht due to a demonstration.
Demonstrators Threw Eggs and Fireworks
Demonstrators threw eggs and fireworks during the protest in Loosdrecht.
Two Arrests Made at Protest
Police made two arrests during the anti-asylum center protest.
Officer Injured During Protest
One police officer was injured during the demonstration in Loosdrecht.
Protests Happened Multiple Nights
Police intervened in the protest for the third consecutive evening.