420 protesters arrested by Hong Kong police since June 9

Hong Kong police have arrested 420 people for alleged public order offenses since June 9, the agency revealed Monday.

A video screenshot shows the emblem of Hong Kong police at the Hong Kong Police Headquarters. [Photo: cctv.com]

The suspects, aged 14 to 76, have been arrested on charges of illegal assembly, assaulting police and rioting, among other crimes.

A total of 139 police officers were injured when dealing with illegal violent behaviors during the past two months, the agency said, adding that two police officers are still being treated in hospital.

The police arrested 82 protesters during the city-wide strike on Monday, accusing them of obstructing traffic and causing serious inconveniences for residents' life.