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Hong Kong government warns of ‘great danger’ as violence flares at demonstrations
Protesters hold US flags as they face riot police during a protest in Hong Kong, Sunday

HONG KONG’S government warned of “great danger” today after violence flared at demonstrations over the weekend, with rioters attacking police and officers responding with tear gas and a live gunshot.

A government statement said: “The escalating illegal and violent acts of radical protesters are not only outrageous, they also push Hong Kong to the verge of a very dangerous situation.”

Violent clashes over the weekend saw demonstrators hurl bricks and other objects at buildings as the authorities came under attack while trying to keep order.

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