Thailand election: Several hurt in Bangkok gun battle

The violence erupted during a stand-off between supporters and opponents of Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra.

The shots were fired as demonstrators blockaded a building where ballot papers are being stored, in an attempt to prevent their distribution.

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There was no word on who was responsible for the gunfire. It is was also unclear whether those struck were government supporters or opponents.

Before the attack, protesters had attacked a car and set off a series of small bombs.