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Added on the 14/03/2021 18:41:31 - Copyright : AFPTV - First images
Protesters stage a "die-in" in London's Parliament square following a police crackdown on a vigil in Clapham Common for Sarah Everard. London's Metropolitan Police has defended its handling of a high-profile protest calling for greater public safety for women. IMAGES
London Metropolitan police conducts arrest on Whitehall during an unscheduled march in London over officers' handling of a vigil for Sarah Everard, a woman who was allegedly kidnapped and murdered. Officers scuffled with some members of the hundreds-strong crowd that gathered despite coronavirus restrictions for a candlelit tribute close to the spot where 33-year-old marketing executive Sarah Everard disappeared on March 3. IMAGES
Despite a police ban, hundreds attend a cancelled vigil on Clapham Common, in South London, to pay tribute to 33-year-old Sarah Everard, who was kidnapped and murdered while walking home from a friend's house. A 48-year-old Met Police officer has been charged with Ms Everard's kidnap and murder. Her death has prompted a public debate over women's safety. IMAGES
People lay flowers to pay homage to Sarah Everard at Clapham Common's Bandstand in London, the day after officers scuffled with members of the hundreds-strong crowd that gathered despite coronavirus restrictions for a candlelit tribute on Saturday evening. IMAGES
Hundreds of people demonstrate in London's Trafalgar Square after the death of African American George Floyd who died when a Minneapolis police officer knelt on his neck during arrest. The demonstration is part of the Black Lives Matter movement. Derek Chauvin, the police officer accused of killing Floyd, has been charged with third-degree murder. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.