G20 summit protesters have clashed with police after crowds flooded into central London as world leaders prepare to discuss the global economic meltdown.
Eleven arrests were reported before a tense standoff developed between rows of police holding batons and a surging crowd close to the Bank of England.
One man, bleeding from the head, was repeatedly seen to apparently goad officers, who did not respond.
At one point, a black-clad masked man in the crowd struck an officer with a long pole. The officer was pulled away by colleagues and required treatment at the scene.
Crowds reacted to rumours of police movements in an attempt to avoid being encircled, causing more surges in large numbers of people.
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This story is being downplayed in the U.S. media. The U.S. is more concerned that Michelle Obama touched the Queen. Gasp!! Follow the link for video. Tom
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