Strikes And Protests Hit Barcelona Over Police Referendum Violence

CNN: Huge protests in Barcelona after Catalan referendum crackdown

Barcelona (CNN)The center of Barcelona was brought to a halt Tuesday as Catalans vented their anger at the violent crackdown by Spanish security forces of Sunday's disputed independence referendum.

Large crowds of people gathered in the city center, angered by the harsh treatment meted out by Spanish national police who tried to prevent the banned vote from taking place.

Shops were closed, universities halted classes and transport companies ran reduced services as supporters of Catalonia's bid for independence from Spain attempted to maintain the momentum from Sunday's vote.

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WNU Editor: This is going to take a long time to heal.

More News On The Strikes And Protests In Barcelona Over Police Referendum Violence

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