JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry and Jacksonville Sheriff Mike Williams reported protesters injured several officers on Saturday night -- including one who was stabbed in the neck.
Williams said a peaceful protest began with about 1,200 demonstrators. After about 6:30 p.m., Williams said there were 200 trouble makers left in downtown Jacksonville.
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"They attacked several police officers. They vandalized several police cars, attempting to light them on fire, breaking windows,” Williams said. “We have one officer who was stabbed -- was slashed in the neck and is currently at the hospital.”
Williams said law enforcement was dealing with about 100 rioters late into the night.
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