Los Angeles, California – UCLA police in Los Angeles, California made a significant arrest on Thursday in connection to a violent attack that occurred on the campus on April 30. The arrest marks the first of its kind related to the incident.
The individual apprehended, identified as Edan On, 18, was taken into custody in Beverly Hills and booked into the Los Angeles County Jail on Thursday. He faces charges of felony assault with a deadly weapon and is being held on $30,000 bail.
On, who is not a student at UCLA but a local high school senior, was reportedly involved in the attack on a pro-Palestinian encampment on the campus. His mother initially confirmed his presence at the protest, but later denied any involvement.
The violent altercation at UCLA raised concerns about the university’s security measures and the response of law enforcement to counterprotesters who were allowed to perpetrate violent acts for a prolonged period. The incident led to a thorough review of the university’s actions and law enforcement’s handling of the situation.
UCLA Chancellor Gene Block faced criticism from Rep. Ilhan Omar during a congressional hearing for allegedly failing to prevent the violence on his watch. Supporters of the pro-Palestinian movement had been urging for arrests to be made in connection to the attacks, and On’s arrest may pave the way for further legal actions.
The arrest of Edan On signals a shift in the investigation into the violent incident at UCLA and may provide some closure to those impacted by the clash between pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian groups on campus. Authorities are likely to continue their efforts to hold individuals accountable for their actions during the altercation.