Tempe Protests Escalates Into Clash With Police

PHOENIX — On Monday, the Tempe Police Department declared a protest an unlawful gathering around 8 p.m. Shortly before the declaration, protesters ignored requests to conduct their march on the sidewalks.

Protesters filled Scottsdale Road at Playa Del Norte Drive in defiance of police orders.

Protesters then moved toward police while yelling “f$#@ the police, no justice, no peace” and throwing objects at officers

Police used pepper spray to disperse the crowd.

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