Charlotte protesters attack officers, set tractor-trailer on fire in riot at Eritrean 'cultural event': police
North Carolina officers met with violence at African cultural event, protest
Danielle Wallace By Danielle Wallace Fox News
Published February 18, 2024 11:24am EST
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The Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department said eight people were arrested Saturday during a 10-hour "protest and standoff" that stemmed from an Eritrean "cultural event."
Clashes erupted between rival groups of Eritreans, and police confirmed that officers trying to disperse the unlawful crowds were attacked by people wielding sticks, rocks and other items.
Crowds also set a tractor on fire in North Carolina's largest city, and police seized a total of two firearms over the course of several hours.
Fox News Digital reached out to the department Sunday seeking the identities and more information about those eight arrested.
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