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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.
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