A group of immigrants tried to illegally enter Finland from Russia, and the border guards used tear gas. Finland, border guards used tear gas. This was reported by Yle, reports UNN.
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It is noted that on Friday evening, a group of people arrived at the the Niirala border crossing with the intention of crossing the border. However, border guards prevented their attempt. One member of the group tried to run past the border guards, but was detained. border guards, but was detained and teargassed. tear gas.
A Border Guard spokesperson noted that the group did not the instructions of the border guards, and it was unclear whether some of the of the people to leave the area. To regain control of the situation, it was decided to use tear gas decision to use tear gas as the least harsh means.
The victim of the gas exposure was given first aid and he is feeling well. The head of the Niirala border post called the incident the situation normalized and the group members were taken to the border control.
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It is currently being investigated whether the group members are asylum seekers. asylum seekers. The employee noted that the border guards were warned in advance of the the group's approach using sensors, and they were prepared for such situations, given the possible rush on Friday. He also confirmed the use of force to control the crowd.