Authorities reported that a clash between protesters and counterprotesters at the University of California, Los Angeles resulted in fifteen people being injured, with one individual being hospitalized. The incident occurred overnight and has prompted a response from university officials.
UC President Michael V. Drake announced that an independent external review will be conducted to examine the school's actions during the clash. This review aims to address immediate questions and provide guidance for handling potential future events. Additionally, the UC Office of the President has requested a detailed account of the events from the campus.
UCLA Chancellor Gene Block stated that the university is undertaking a thorough investigation into the violence that occurred. He emphasized that the investigation may lead to arrests, expulsions, and dismissals of individuals involved. Block also mentioned that the school is reassessing its security protocols in light of the incident.
One individual, described as a man in his 20s, was taken to the hospital with a head injury sustained during the clash. As of the latest update, his condition remains unknown, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
