NARITA, Chiba -- Skirmishes broke out Wednesday evening as authorities began the forcible removal of structures set up to block the development of Narita Airport in Chiba Prefecture and the eviction of people effectively occupying the site.
Enforced by the Chiba District Court, this was the first compulsory action taken against the opposition to the airport in almost six years, following the removal of a hut at the development site in May 2017.
The skirmishes continued until dawn Thursday, and at least two people were arrested on suspicion of interfering with official duties. No injuries were confirmed, and most of the structures, which included a tower and signboards, were removed.
