Two men arrested and charged after Aug. 20 violent protest in Quebec City

QUEBEC — Two young men arrested Tuesday in connection with an August demonstration that saw protesters clash with riot police were released later in the day on a promise to appear in court.

The men, 19 and 20, were charged with assault causing bodily harm, while the 19-year-old was also charged with armed assault.

Police in the provincial capital say two distinct groups took part in demonstrations on Aug. 20 and that a third group was involved in another protest, which was declared illegal.

The protest was broken up by the anti-riot squad and police say an investigation into alleged criminal acts is ongoing.