Nearly 70 people arrested overnight during Pro-Palestinian protests on ASU campus
Nearly 70 people were arrested early Saturday morning amid a pro-Palestinian protest at Arizona State University that started Friday over the Israel-Hamas conflict.
ASU confirmed the arrests Saturday morning, saying the group set up an unauthorized encampment in violation of university policy.
ASU Police arrested 69 people early Saturday for trespassing after they set up an unauthorized encampment, in violation of university policy. Encampments are prohibited on Arizona State University property. Lawful demonstrations can take place except overnight between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m.
A group of people - most of whom were not ASU students, faculty or staff - created an encampment and demonstration that continued until 11 p.m. when the group was instructed multiple times to disperse. Individuals who refused to leave after multiple warnings were arrested and charged with criminal trespass.
While the university will continue to be an environment that embraces freedom of speech, ASU's first priority is to create a safe and secure environment that supports teaching and learning."
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