The police opened fire __ the crowd to disperse. Which of the following does best fit in the blank space?

Open fire on (phrase): English Meaning - To start shooting, or start shooting someone or something. Bangla Meaning - গুলিবর্ষণ শুরু করা। Example Sentences: - The police opened fire on the protesters.- The gunman opened fire as the police officers were getting out of their patrol car. Complete Sentence - The police opened fire on the crowd to disperse. Source: 1. Cambridge Dictionary. 2. Accessible Dictionary by Bangla Academy.