The forced demolition of a housing community in Beijing has led thousands of homeowners to protest in the past few days, as authorities have threatened them to vacate the premises immediately. One resident was detained for her alleged role in instigating the protests. Some locals told The Epoch Times that the demolition was ordered by the central government.
The forced demolition of homes in Xiangtang New Village, in Changping district of Beijing, began on Dec. 10, residents told the publication. The community has 3,800 households and 500 households have already been notified by the local government that their homes will be demolished. Most of the homeowners in Xiangtang are elderly people.
