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Consulate reminds Chinese nationals in Los Angeles to strengthen safety precautions amid violent clashes
Published: Jun 09, 2025 08:52 AM
The screenshot of the reminder from the Wechat account of the Consulate General of China in Los Angeles.

The screenshot of the reminder from the Wechat account of the Consulate General of China in Los Angeles.


 
Regarding the ongoing law enforcement operations in multiple areas of the Los Angeles region, the Consulate General of China in Los Angeles reminded Chinese citizens in the area to closely monitor official announcements and media reports, enhance safety awareness and strengthen security precautions, according to an announcement the Consulate published on its official WeChat account on Monday.

The Consulate advised avoiding assembly sites, crowded areas, or locations with poor public security, and refraining from going out at night or alone, read the announcement.

In case of emergencies, please call 911 immediately and request Chinese-language assistance if needed, the Consulate said.

US President Donald Trump has vowed to "liberate Los Angeles from the Migrant Invasion," amid violent clashes between members of the state national guard and anti-immigration enforcement protesters, The Independent reported.

More than 200 protesters clashed with National Guard troops in downtown Los Angeles on Sunday during the latest demonstrations against immigration raids that swept across California over the weekend, according to the Xinhua News Agency on Monday.

The White House said on Saturday local time that at least 2,000 National Guard personnel will be deployed in response to protests over federal immigration raids in Los Angeles, California, reported Xinhua.

Global Times