L.A. police moving demonstrators out of downtown

As demonstrations in the “Day Without Immigrants” protests in downtown Los Angeles continue into the evening, tensions between protesters and police appeared to increase with authorities issuing a dispersal order.  

Just after 5 p.m., a dispersal order was issued by LAPD for demonstrators on Los Angeles Street between Aliso and Arcadia streets, saying that the route of travel is northbound on Los Angeles to Cesar Chavez Avenue.

“All persons who remain at Arcadia, Main, Spring and Los Angeles are subject to arrest,” LAPD added.

Dressed in riot gear and carrying less-than-lethal weapons, officers were seen in skirmish lines as fireworks were going off and bottles were being thrown at them.

Several protests against mass deportations erupted Sunday with demonstrators clogging streets and blocking the 101 Freeway at one point. 

Several businesses were said to be supporting the “Day Without Immigrants” movement, closing their doors or giving employees paid time off, USA Today reported. 

Sky 5 is overhead.  

This article is currently being updated.