After the main demonstrations concluded, the situation in the city escalated: protesters began setting fire to trash bins and smashing shop windows.
Course of the demonstration and riots
According to the BBC, the main body of protesters marched along Passeig de Gràcia, Barcelona's main avenue. A significant number of people took to the city streets during the actions.
According to sources, the riots began after the main protest events had concluded. Groups of masked individuals committed acts of vandalism, specifically damaging commercial properties and setting fire to street furniture.
