Violence erupted at UCLA overnight when clashes broke out between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli demonstrators at an encampment on campus
Violence erupted at UCLA overnight when clashes broke out between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli demonstrators at an encampment on campus. This led to the cancellation of classes on Wednesday as the situation spiraled into chaos. The confrontations began late Tuesday evening on the Westwood campus when counter-protesters attempted to dismantle the encampment. For over three hours, skirmishes ensued with no immediate intervention from law enforcement. Punches were thrown, makeshift weapons were utilized, and fireworks were set off in the vicinity. Tear gas and bear spray were reportedly deployed during the clashes. External police units arrived around 1:30 a.m. but initially remained on the perimeter. It wasn't until 3 a.m. that a substantial police presence, led by CHP officers, intervened to disperse the crowd. Multiple law enforcement agencies, including LAPD and county sheriff's deputies, were involved. The University of California president's office reported 15 inj...