Antifa Members Smash Windows of Marine Corps Recruiting Office in Berkeley

Antifa Members Smash Windows of Marine Corps Recruiting Office in Berkeley (Breitbart)

An Antifa protest in Berkeley became violent on Sunday when members of the group smashed the windows of a Marine Corps recruiting office. A series of photos posted on Twitter show Antifa members, self-styled anti-facists who use violence to oppose those they identify as fascists, racists or right wing extremists, destroying the windows of the Shattuck Avenue office.

Twenty people were arrested during competing demonstrations by Antifa and individuals connected to the alt-right. Three people were hurt after authorities say "extremists" threw explosives at police officers, Fox News reports. The explosives are believed to have consisted of fireworks and flares.

Ford Fischer, who recorded video of the incident, tweeted that several Antifa members told him to leave, telling him, "Get the f— back. Cops aren't here. They won't help you."

Berkeley police said a group of protesters damaged 21 city vehicles and set fire to trash bins. Police also warned protesters prior to Sunday's demonstrations not to wear masks or bring items that could be used as weapons; however, images of the event show at least some people ignored the rules.