14 pro-Palestinian arrests outside governor’s residence

14 people were arrested outside the Indiana Governor’s Residence early Thursday morning on April 18 for obstructing traffic along Meridian Street during a pro-Palestine protest. Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officers warned the protesters that they would be arrested if they did not stop obstructing traffic. Blocking or obstructing traffic is a crime in Indiana. In a statement, the department said: RELATED: Pro-Palestinian activists demand ceasefire in Gaza during All-Star Weekend 100+ protesters shut down Meridian Street in effort to demand that Indiana and the U.S. stop arming Israel on Thursday, April 25, 2024. (Photo/provided via Instagram: Jewish Voice for Peace-Indiana) IMPD respects and values the right of people to peacefully assemble and protest. Obstructing traffic, vandalizing property and/or assaulting anyone is unlawful and could subject offenders to an arrest. IMPD respects the rights of people to record police activity. That right is not absolute, and citizens are reminded to not interfere with police engaging in lawful actions. IMPD respects the rights of people to peacefully protest. IMPD officers are monitoring protests on Meridian Street to protect the rights of those protesting and others in the community. Meridian Street is closed due to protestors being in the street at 46th northbound...