Karaj, west of Tehran; Protesters confiscated a batton taken from the suppressive security guards during clashes that erupted last night on Jan. 1st. The suppressive forces have been using repressive measures to put down the dissent, but are facing stiff resistance from the public.

The video below shows a young man holding the baton that was taken from the forces. 

Karaj: protesters chant “Death to Khamenei” among other anti-government slogans.