Images from a day of national shame (Australia)

Frenzy ... a group of men bash a man during the rampage. Picture: Adam Ward / News Limited newspapers






Tensions flare ... police guard four people chased by a mob as violence erupts at North Cronulla on Sunday. Picture: Craig Greenhill / News Limited newspapers






Mayhem ... the violence spilled on to the transport system, with men bashing passengers on a train at Cronulla station. Picture: Craig Greenhill / News Limited newspapers








Mob mentality ... police use capsicum spray to control rioters as they guard a man. Picture: Adam Ward / News Limited newspapers








Stand-off ... police surround an angry mob after forcing them from Cronulla station. Picture: Craig Greenhill / News Limited newspapers







So Very Sad,