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July 30, 2012

Dozens of Cyclists Arrested at London Olympics 
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Police in London are being accused of political repression in a mass
arrest of cyclists during the Olympics' opening ceremony. On Friday, at
least 132 people on bicycles were detained while taking part in the
monthly ride called Critical Mass. The cyclists say they were kettled by
police and held overnight. One of those arrested was 13 years-old.

 

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