London Pro-Palestine Protest: Arrest and Injury Mar Demonstration

Pro-Palestine Protest in London Turns Violent: One Arrested, One Injured A pro-Palestine demonstration in London on May 28, 2025, took an unexpected turn when a protester was arrested and a student was injured. The incident occurred near King's College London, where hundreds of protesters had gathered. The demonstration, which started peacefully, escalated when police officers intervened in an altercation between protesters and police. "They were pushing and shoving," said one eyewitness, who asked not to be identified. "It all happened so fast. One minute, people were chanting, and the next, there was a scuffle, and then the arrest." The video footage shows police officers detaining a protester, while another individual appears to have sustained an injury. The exact nature of the injury is unclear, but witnesses reported seeing medical personnel attending to the injured student. The Metropolitan Police Service has confirmed an arrest was made and is investigating the incident. The injured student was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. While the demonstration began peacefully, the arrest and injury highlight the potential for escalation in even seemingly calm protests. The incident underscores the importance of maintaining order and ensuring the safety of both protesters and law enforcement officials during public demonstrations.