Attention duty announcers, radio and TV stations:
Please broadcast the following message as soon as possible and repeat it at suitable intervals:
At around 9pm today (December 31), masked rioters occupied roads and set barricades in the vicinity of Nathan Road and Prince Edward Road West, Mong Kok, causing serious disruption to traffic. Police warn rioters to stop all illegal acts. Police will embark on dispersal and arrest operations. Members of the public are advised to avoid travelling to the area concerned and stay tuned to the latest traffic arrangement.
The report room services of Mong Kok Police Station are temporarily suspended. In case of emergency, please dial 999.
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