The Hong Kong government denies the “irresponsible” rumours about the execution of demonstrators.

 

The Hong Kong government is trying to suppress the disturbing rumours that at least three people were beaten to death during the protests last week.

 

The government issued a statement denying rumours and calling them “irresponsible.”

 

Viral footage from last weekend’s protests shows police spraying tear gas on demonstrators. The footage reveals a protester is bending over and bleeding from the head.