UC Berkeley chaos outside Turning Point gathering ends in multiple arrests as conservative event runs smoothly
Share this @internewscast.com


On Monday, authorities detained at least eight individuals in connection with a Turning Point USA gathering held at the University of California, Berkeley.

The Daily Californian reported that four of those arrested were university students, though it withheld their names. These individuals were described as women between the ages of 20 and 22, each facing charges of felony vandalism.

Records from the Santa Rita County Jail list four women matching these descriptions who were taken into custody on Monday. Although Fox News Digital is still awaiting official confirmation of their identities, UC Berkeley’s Assistant Vice Chancellor of Public Affairs, Dan Mogulof, has verified the arrests.

Mogulof revealed to Fox News Digital that the arrests took place early Monday morning.

The report indicates that the women were apprehended while attempting to hang a “five-foot-tall cardboard bug” from Sather Gate, a historic landmark on campus, as a form of protest against the event.

In California, any property damage exceeding $400 is classified as felony vandalism.

The Turning Point event featured actor Rob Schneider and author Frank Turek, a Christian mentor of the organization’s late founder Charlie Kirk. Left-wing agitators swarmed Zellerbach Hall where the event, which was the last stop on the “This is the Turning Point” tour, was held.

At around 4:30 p.m. local time, a brawl broke out off campus between a man who appeared to support Turning Point, and a rival agitator.

The Berkeley Police Department told Fox News Digital on Monday night that at least two people had been arrested as of 6 p.m. local time.

“I do not have the specific details of what the arrests were for,” the police spokesperson said. “At this point, I can share that one of the parties was arrested for battery.”

Mogulof also confirmed the two arrests stemming from the melee. 

Mogulof also told Fox News Digital that two more people were arrested for alleged nonviolent offenses, though it is unclear whether they are students at the school. 

“As far as I know preliminarily, there was no violence involved,” he said. “They were people who were refusing to follow the orders of police in terms of moving away from a barricade or not blocking an entrance.” 

Kirk was assassinated while speaking at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10, sparking an explosion of interest in Turning Point among high school and college students nationwide.

In response, Kirk and Turning Point’s detractors have viciously opposed the group, and often mocked Kirk’s death. 

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
Teen riding bike on Bronx sidewalk ends up in cuffs for weapons possession

Bronx Teen Cyclist Arrested for Alleged Weapons Possession on Sidewalk

Police in the Bronx arrested a teenager biking on a sidewalk, subsequently…
Obama has special surprise for vets who came to Washington for Veterans Day

Obama Plans Unique Tribute for Veterans Visiting Washington on Veterans Day

Washington — This Veterans Day will surely remain etched in their memories.…
Apple unveils bizarre new wearable pocket for iPhones

Apple’s Revolutionary iPhone Wearable: The Pocket Tech You Didn’t Know You Needed!

Prepare to be amazed by Apple’s latest offering, a daring collaboration with…
Video captures 3rd break-in at Bridgeport, Chicago restaurant Franco's on 31st Street after decades without crime: owner

Shocking Video: Third Burglary Hits Beloved Bridgeport Restaurant Franco’s, Ending Decades of Peace

CHICAGO (WLS) — For 35 years, Franco’s restaurant in Bridgeport enjoyed a…
Chicago flights canceled today LIVE: More than 146 flights canceled at O'Hare, Midway airports; FAA's drop in 6% flights kicks in

Chicago Flight Chaos: Over 146 Cancellations Hit O’Hare and Midway Amid FAA’s 6% Reduction Implementation

CHICAGO — Traveling by air could become even more of a hassle…
US surgeon performs world's first 'remote' surgery — from 4K miles across the Atlantic

U.S. Surgeon Achieves Milestone with First Transatlantic Remote Surgery

In a pioneering advancement for medical science, doctors from the United States…
Chinese diplomat threatens to cut off new Japanese PM's head over Taiwan comments

Chinese Diplomat Issues Violent Threats to Japan’s New PM Over Taiwan Remarks, Escalating Tensions

A diplomatic spat has erupted following a threatening remark from a Chinese…
Chicago flights canceled today: More than 700 flights canceled at O'Hare, Midway airports amid Chicago snow, government shutdown

Over 700 Flights Canceled at Chicago’s O’Hare and Midway Airports Amid Snowstorm and Government Shutdown

CHICAGO — Travelers at Chicago’s bustling airports faced a challenging Monday, grappling…
Blue city police search for suspect after unprovoked stabbing at college train stop

Urgent Alert: Blue City Police Hunt for Attacker in Shocking College Train Stop Stabbing

Chicago police are actively searching for a suspect accused of unexpectedly stabbing…
ACC CEO Chris Jahn: Chemistry Creates a Cleaner Future

Unlocking a Greener Tomorrow: Insights from ACC CEO Chris Jahn on Chemistry’s Role in Sustainability

WASHINGTON, DC — Chris Jahn, the president and CEO of the American…
Fullerton, California police officer intervenes after ICE agent points gun at woman who recorded him in Santa Ana

Heroic Fullerton Officer De-escalates Tense Stand-off: ICE Agent Draws Gun on Woman Filming in Santa Ana

FULLERTON, Calif. — An incident on Sunday afternoon in Santa Ana, California,…
The Supreme Court is expected to say whether full SNAP food payments can resume

Supreme Court Decision Looms: Will Full SNAP Food Benefits Make a Comeback?

Ultimate decisions regarding the reinstatement of full payments under the SNAP food…