300 arrested at Columbia and City College, Adams says
About 300 people were arrested at Columbia University and City College Tuesday night, New York Mayor Eric Adams said Wednesday.
"We are processing the arrests to distinguish between who were actually students and who were not supposed to be on the grounds," Adams said.
"It was led by individuals who are not affiliated with the university. The school needed the NYPD assistance to clear Hamilton Hall at the encampments outside of dual operations on the grounds that took place successfully," Adams said.
Officials said those arrested could be charged with trespassing, criminal mischef and burglary.