ST. PAUL, Minn. -- Anti-government protesters marked the first day of the Republican National Convention by roaming through downtown St. Paul.
The individuals, who described themselves at anarchists, anti-authoritarians and anti-capitalists, spent most of Monday engaging, and at times running from, police. They were separate from a peaceful antiwar protest that wound through nearby streets.
Police estimates of the marchers shifted several times, ranging from 2,000 to 10,000.
Police arrested at least 283 people, of which 129 were felonies, 51 gross misdemeanors and 103 misdemeanor arrests.
St. Paul Police Chief John Harrington says about 180 protesters who weren't part of the main anti-war march caused the trouble.
Authorities say more arrests are expected.
Ramsey County Attorney Susan Gaertner says she expects her office to consider filing charges Wednesday, including possible felonies. She said she couldn't speculate on how long those in custody would be held before having a chance to post bail.
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