North Meridian Street was blocked between 46th and 49th streets for an extended period Thursday morning.
INDIANAPOLIS — Fourteen Gaza war protesters are charged with obstructing traffic after a gathering near the Indiana Governor's Residence on Indianapolis' north side blocked Meridian Street in April."IMPD respects and values to right of people to peacefully assemble and protest," the department said."However, obstructing traffic is unlawful and is subject to arrest."
Around 9:15 a.m., a 13News crew at the scene saw officers take multiple people into custody. The crew heard protesters chanting"free, free Palestine" and state they would not leave until everyone was arrested, but protesters were no longer blocking the street as of 9:30 a.m.
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