Protesters on the streets of Sydney on their way to the US consulate today.
Police have used tear gas on Sydney protesters who swept through the CBD as world-wide demonstrations triggered by a US film portraying the prophet Muhammad as a womaniser and paedophile reached Australia. Up to 500 protesters stormed through the city as protesters worked their way through Pitt Street before moving to Hyde Park amid a heavy police presence. The crowd carried signs saying "Behead all those who insult the prophet".
Police have begun arresting people in Hyde Park amid violent confrontations with protesters. The protesters were pushed back as police dogs and capsicum spray were deployed.
Fairfax Media saw a number of arrests and seriously injured protesters. One protester being taken away by ambulance spat at officers and chanted "Allahu Akbar".
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