Several people were detained Wednesday afternoon as a Pro-Palestinian protest escalated, prompting a massive response from law enforcement.
Thursday, May 16, 2024 1:18AMThe protesters rallied around the Physical Sciences Quad where an encampment - much like the ones seen at college campuses across the country - has been in place for more than a week.
AIR7 HD was above the protest and captured hundreds of law enforcement members in riot gear as they confronted protesters, prompting a tense moment between the two groups. Campus police reportedly requested aid from several law enforcement agencies, including the Orange County Sheriff's Department, Irvine police, and the California Highway Patrol.
In a statement issued Monday, UCI Chancellor Howard Gillman said the university "cannot selectively waive our rules against encampments for this situation and not other situations. Such selective enforcement is unlawful."
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