A Tufts University student, Roder Atwood, was ordered held on $10,000 bail after being accused of breaking a Boston police officer's nose during a pro-Palestinian protest. Atwood pleaded not guilty to multiple charges including assault and battery on a police officer. The protest, which began peacefully, escalated when demonstrators allegedly blocked traffic and resisted police orders, leading to the arrest of 13 people and injuries to four officers. Mayor Michelle Wu condemned the violence, stating Boston will not tolerate attacks on police.
Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.
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