Why were protesters arrested during the coronation of King Charles III in London? On Saturday, a group protesting against the monarchy was arrested, according to the Associated Press.  Republic, a prominent anti-monarchy group, were unloading signs reading "Not My King" when the police intervened. Graham Smith, the group's chief executive, 'was among the six arrested, Graham Smith, the group's chief executive was said to be among the six arrested. The protesters are calling for a UK general election and to end the monarchy.

The police were quoted as saying "a significant police operation is underway in central London" and stated that those held were suspected of "conspiracy to cause public nuisance" and "breaching the peace". Earlier, the Metropolitan police issued a statement that there would be "low tolerance" for disruption during the coronation. "We will deal robustly with anyone intent on undermining this celebration," the statement read. Pouring rain did not deter protesters but numbers were small compared to the celebratory crowds who were outnumbered 10 to one, according to The Guardian.