It wasn't a protest. But I have had trouble while driving my 18 wheeler.
One night I finished loading some produce in Salinas CA. I had another pick up in the morning out on the coast.
While heading out of town I missed a turn and ended up driving down a dark city street.
I could see a group of 8-10 young men congregating about 100 yards down the road. As I approached 10 miles per hour, they moved to both sides of the road.
When I was within 15-20 yards 3 of them stepped in front of my truck. The others on both sides of me.
My reaction was full throttle and hand on 44 mag. All I saw was the 3 disappear under the nose of the truck. (didn't feel a bump
) one jumped up on my passenger step. I pointed the 44 his way. He let go..
Started grabbing gears and got out of there as quick as I could.