Protesters and police clash outside Essex hotel housing asylum seekers'
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Protesters clashed with police outside a hotel in Epping, Essex, believed to house asylum seekers. Tensions escalated with fireworks being set off and eggs thrown. The demonstration follows accusations against Hadush Gerberslasie Kebatu, a 38-year-old man, who denied trying to kiss a 14-year-old girl in court. Police reported that one arrest was made on suspicion of affray after an assault during a previous protest. Essex Police closed High Road for public safety, emphasizing zero tolerance for criminal actions related to the protests.
Protesters have clashed with police outside a hotel believed to be housing asylum seekers. Fireworks were let off and eggs were thrown during the demonstration.
Hadush Gerberslasie Kebatu, a 38-year-old man, denied attempting to kiss a 14-year-old girl and appeared at Chelmsford Magistrates' Court for the hearing.
Essex Police closed a section of High Road in Epping for public safety amid protests and stated, 'We will not tolerate any criminality on our streets.'
A man was arrested on suspicion of affray following an assault during a protest outside the Bell Hotel, highlighting tensions between protesters and police.
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