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  • Violent Clashes with Police Mar Occupy Oakland Move-In Day

    Violent Clashes with Police Mar Occupy Oakland Move-In Day

    Before it was over early Sunday, demonstrators had broken into City Hall, pelted police with rocks, and were thrice turned back from establishing a new headquarters. Police responded with tear gas, flash grenades, bean bag bullets and, at times, excessive force. By days end, more than 300 people were arrested. Several injuries were reported, involving both police and protesters.