A confrontation unfolded on Monday evening at New York University as numerous individuals supporting Hamas clashed with law enforcement officers. A video capturing the disturbance can be viewed below. Furthermore, it is crucial for the American public to remain vigilant as these orchestrated and coordinated assaults are anticipated to occur in various local communities.
Following the establishment of an unlawful encampment on the university premises, over 150 activists were apprehended. The New York Police Department, acting upon the university administrators’ request, successfully dispersed the presence of individuals harboring anti-Semitic sentiments.
“At one point, we explained to the protesters that they needed to disband in an hour, and there would be no adverse consequences. Nevertheless, many refused to leave. We also learned that there were intimidating chants and several antisemitic incidents reported. Given the foregoing and the safety issues raised by the breach, we asked for assistance from the NYPD,” the university said in a statement.
The authorities encouraged individuals at the square to depart in a calm manner, however, ended up apprehending several individuals.
“We will continue to support individuals’ right to freedom of expression, and, as we have said since October, the safety of our students and maintaining an equitable learning environment remain paramount,” the university said.
The NYPD released a statement, saying:
Earlier today, the NYPD received the attached letter from NYU — detailing a request to clear Gould Plaza of individuals who were refusing to comply with repeated requests to disperse. They were described as “interfering with the safety and security of our community.” Our officers responded to the location without delay and dispersed the crowd — making numerous arrests, as necessary . There is a pattern of behavior occurring on campuses across our nation, in which individuals attempt to occupy a space in defiance of school policy. Rest assured, in NYC the NYPD stands ready to address these prohibited and subsequently illegal actions whenever we are called upon.
