34 arrested in pro-Palestinian protest at Brooklyn Museum

Police arrested 34 people on Friday after protesters entered the Brooklyn Museum. The protesters caused damage to artwork and harassed security staff. The protest was in support of Palestine. The protesters marched to the museum, set up tents, and displayed a "Free Palestine" banner. Police intervened to make arrests when the situation escalated. Some protesters clashed with officers, while others threw objects and shouted insults. The museum closed early due to safety concerns and damage to artwork. Six people were arrested for crimes like trespassing and assault, while 23 received tickets for misdemeanors. The remaining five people's outcomes were not disclosed. The protest began near the Barclays Center and moved to the museum. Organizers wanted to occupy the museum until officials disclosed and divested from investments related to Israel's actions in Gaza. Videos showed protesters entering the museum despite efforts to secure the doors. Within Our Lifetime, a group involved in the protest, reported that its chairperson was violently arrested. The Brooklyn Museum is located near Crown Heights, a community with a significant Orthodox Jewish population. The protest reflects ongoing tensions related to the Israel-Hamas conflict.