A Coruña Protests Sparked by Vox Visit and Police Tactics
El Salto
- Thousands gathered in A Coruña to protest a visit by Vox leader Santiago Abascal and to denounce subsequent police conduct.
- The protests resulted in two arrests and more than 12 injuries, with three individuals requiring hospital care.
Morning Demonstrations
- Around 4,000 protesters assembled in María Pita square, organized by various student groups, unions, and the Tenants' Union (Sindicato de Inquilinas).
- Protesters were separated from Abascal's appearance by a cordon of over 12 National Police vans.
- Tensions escalated into a police charge, leading to injuries including a youth with facial trauma.
Evening Mobilization
- A second, larger mobilization occurred in the evening in front of the Government Subdelegation office.
- Organizations participating included CIG, the Student Union, Riazor Blues, and the CGT and CNT unions.
- Demonstrators marched through the city, calling for the resignation of subdelegation officials and the release of those arrested earlier in the day.