Two more attempted murder arrests after teen stabbed and shot in Dagenham 'ambush'
The victim, a 19-year-old, was stabbed and shot in an ambush, with multiple arrests made on suspicion of attempted murder and possession of a firearm. [ more ]
Police Begin Clearing Pro-Palestinian Tent Encampment at George Washington University, Dozens Arrested
Pro-Palestinian tent encampments at George Washington and University of Chicago were cleared due to safety concerns and possible violations of university policies. [ more ]
Report: NYPD officer fired gun while clearing Columbia building
Police officer involved in clearing protesters fired gun inside Columbia University building, no injuries reported. More than 2,000 arrested in recent pro-Palestinian protests at college campuses. [ more ]
Hundreds of protesters arrested at Columbia as anti-Israel group calls for 'support'
Hundreds of anti-Israel protesters were arrested at Columbia University, with 230 arrests at the campus and a total of about 300 arrests between Columbia and CUNY's campuses.
Protesters were called to rally outside 1 Police Plaza in support of those who were allegedly still in jail following the arrests. [ more ]
Emory in Atlanta Is Latest University to Crack Down on Protests
Pro-Palestinian protests on American campuses have led to clashes with police and numerous arrests, sparking debates on free speech and safety. [ more ]
Students at University of Florida Continue Encampment Despite Arrests. University Says It Is Not a Daycare'
The University of Florida stressed it is not a daycare and responded to anti-genocide protests on campus with multiple arrests and enforcement of campus regulations. [ more ]
Large numbers of NYPD begin entering Columbia University campus
Pro-Palestinian protesters occupy Columbia University campus, sparking arrests and clashes. Nationwide protests against Israeli military actions put pressure on schools to address divestment demands. [ more ]
Gaza protests roil universities from California to New York; Humboldt campus closed over student barricades
Pro-Palestinian protesters occupied an administrative building at Cal Poly Humboldt, leading to campus shutdown amidst nationwide Gaza-related demonstrations. [ more ]
Police arrest 3 suspects in rural Monterey County shooting that killed 4 and wounded 7
Three suspects arrested in connection with a shooting at a party in King City, California. Gang-related charges including murder and attempted murder. [ more ]
Feds Break Up Major Gun Trafficking Operation in Brooklyn
Authorities in Brooklyn charged individuals with trafficking over 40 illegal firearms in a three-month period, leading to arrests and the recovery of 33 firearms. [ more ]
Epping man arrested at train station on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon
Police in Essex carried out a crackdown resulting in a dozen arrests for various offences, including possession of weapons and driving violations. [ more ]
Police move in to clear NYU encampment, US campus arrests grow to 2,200 in pro-Palestinian protests
Pro-Palestinian protests lead to arrests at college campuses across the U.S., with police using riot gear and tactics to disperse encampments. [ more ]
U.C.L.A. Tries to Reconcile a Week of Turbulent Events
Protesters left behind belongings after police raided a pro-Palestinian encampment at UCLA, leading to arrests, reflecting a campus divided in aftermath. [ more ]
In photos: Violence erupts at campuses as activists and counterprotesters clash
Authorities arrested protesters at Columbia and City College of New York campuses, and police intervened in clashes at UCLA between pro-Palestinian and counterprotesters. [ more ]
Trio of suspects burglarized 131 businesses, many of them small restaurants, police say
The 'Punch Crew' targeted 131 businesses, predominantly small family-owned restaurants, with a consistent pattern of burglary, resulting in significant financial losses. [ more ]
Fox journalist among dozens arrested at Texas university as protests swell
Police clash with protesters at University of Texas at Austin resulting in arrests, including a photojournalist, amid demands for divestment from companies linked to Israel's war efforts. [ more ]
Gaza protesters occupying California university building arrested in police crackdown
Police crackdown on pro-Palestine demonstration at Cal Poly Humboldt, arrest dozens including journalist, causing clashes between law enforcement and students. [ more ]
Russia: Navalny-linked journalists arrested over 'extremism' DW 04/28/2024
Russian journalists Konstantin Gabov and Sergey Karelin, who previously worked for DW and other international media, have been arrested on extremism accusations related to Navalny's YouTube channel. [ more ]
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Princeton Students Join the Gaza Solidarity Movement
Princeton University students express solidarity with Palestinians, demand ceasefire and divestment from Israeli institutions, facing arrests and administrative crackdown. [ more ]
Three stabbed in another awful 42 hours across London
Three stabbing incidents in London between April 23-25 - Kilburn and Bermondsey affected. Arrest made in Kilburn, suspect escaped on motorbike in Bermondsey. [ more ]
From LA to NY, student protests in support of Palestine grow strong in US
University students across the US are protesting against Israel's war on Gaza, demanding divestment and financial tie cuts, facing arrests and faculty votes of no confidence. [ more ]
NYU faculty members arrested in pro-Palestinian protest
NYU faculty members and students arrested during a pro-Palestinian protest in lower Manhattan, with differing accounts on the exact number and charges. [ more ]