LOS ANGELES (Reuters) -Three weeks after a mob attacked pro-Palestinian activists encamped at the University of California, Los Angeles, police have made their first arrest in the violence, a man they say was seen in video footage beating victims with a wooden pole.
Edan On, 18, was arrested in Beverly Hills on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon. The UCLA Police Department issued a statement on Friday.
The man, who police said had no affiliation with UCLA, was reported by local media to be a Beverly Hills High School student.
Police made their first arrest in the investigation of campus violence. It involved clashes between pro-Palestinian activists and attackers on April 30.
The masked assailants, described by university officials and police as “instigators,” stormed the protest site with clubs and poles, sparking a pitched skirmish in which both sides traded blows and doused each other with pepper spray. The encampment occupants said fireworks were also hurled at them.
The confrontation lasted over three hours into May 1, finally ending with restored order. The following night, police dismantled the encampment and arrested 210 people.
The UCLA Police arrest marks a significant milestone in the investigation, showcasing law enforcement’s dedication. Furthermore, the proactive approach of UCLA Police, highlighted by the timely arrest, reinforces a zero-tolerance stance. As the investigation into the incident unfolds, UCLA Police maintain unwavering vigilance to safeguard the campus community.
In conclusion, the inaugural arrest underscores UCLA Police’s commitment to ensuring campus safety and security.
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