NYPD Arrests Scores in Pro-Palestine Manhattan Bridge Protest
The protest aimed to highlight Palestinian issues, leading to significant traffic disruptions and numerous arrests by the NYPD.
- Hundreds of protesters blocked the Manhattan Bridge, citing the 76th anniversary of the Nakba as their motivation.
- NYPD deployed extensive forces, arresting over 100 demonstrators and journalists covering the event.
- Protesters gathered initially at Barclays Center, moving towards Manhattan in a significant show of solidarity.
- The NYPD cited public safety concerns due to the protest blocking major traffic routes.
- Legal debates intensify as the NYPD's approach to handling protests under scrutiny amid ongoing tensions.