It’s been nearly half a year since violent protests started in Hong Kong. The following figures show how Hong Kong has been affected in the last few months.
147
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Rioters have destroyed 147 out of the 161 subway stations in Hong Kong.
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483 police officers have been injured by knives, corrosive liquid, fire, and arrows.
730
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This figure represents the total number of traffic lights damaged by the rioters. Hong Kong only has around 2,000 crossroads controlled by traffic lights.
900
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A total of over 900 protests, marches and assemblies have been staged since June - an average of more than 5 per day.
2,900 square meters
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Rioters have broken 2,900 square meters of street tiles, which is equivalent to an area of 7 basketball courts. These tiles, ripped off the ground, were usually used as weapons by the rioters.
5,947
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5,947 people have been arrested by the police, including 4,415 males and 1,532 females, aged between 11 and 83. They are suspected of illegal assemblies, violence, unlawful possession of weapons and arson.
45,000
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45,000 meters of street fencing have been taken down by the rioters - 3,000 meters longer than the distance of a marathon.
179
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The violent protests have lasted 179 days.