Many social organizations and residents in Hong Kong gathered at police stations on Monday to show their support to the police, hoping that they will continue to work hard to enforce the law and maintain order and security in Hong Kong.  

"The protesters committed acts of vandalism after each parade. I think it must have an influence on social order. But I believe the Hong Kong police are able to quell the riots. I have full confidence in them," Hong Kong resident Ng Cheuk Wing told reporters. 

A number of civil groups also gathered at the Hong Kong Police Force headquarters to show their support.

More than 30 members from Defend Hong Kong Campaign rallied in front of the police headquarters, holding national flags and flags of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), raising banners and placards with slogans expressing their gratitude and support for the police. 

Kenny Po, president of Defend Hong Kong Campaign, told reporters that the police have been doing their utmost in fulfilling their duties in order to maintain social order. 

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Po praised the police for taking appropriate actions promptly to restore order when facing violence by arresting some violent protesters. 

"We will continue to support the police in enforcing the law strictly and arresting those opposition legislators who have been instigating the youth to stage illegal protests and commit violence," Po said.

Retired Hong Kong resident Yiu Wing Wah were among a group of people at the police headquarters, presenting placards with slogans including "well done!", "keep it up!" and "protect Hong Kong" to express support for the police. 

"Our demand is very simple – that is to see stability and prosperity in Hong Kong, and no more damage," the 74-year-old said, adding that the violent protesters blocked the roads and disrupted normal businesses, which not only damaged the rule of law, but also affected Hong Kong's economy. 

According to the Hong Kong police, the radical protesters' acts became increasingly violent over the weekend.  

Protesters escalated from removing railings and hurling metal poles and bricks, to extensive arson and destruction. 

Police said an operation was carried out to disperse the protesters, and at least 49 people were arrested for offenses, including unauthorized assembly and possession of weapons. 

(Cover: Hong Kong residents gather at police stations to show their support to the police in Hong Kong, China, July 29, 2019. /Xinhua Photo)