Authorities have apprehended a 16-year-old protester who allegedly vandalized a World War I memorial in New York City. The incident took place in response to the conflict between Israel and Hamas, with the suspect facing charges of criminal mischief and graffiti. The monument that was defaced was the 107th Infantry Memorial, dedicated to soldiers who lost their lives in the war. The suspect, associated with the anti-Israel group Within Our Lifetime, was caught and photographed with handcuffs. Anti-Israel protests have been escalating on college campuses, with over 2,000 individuals reportedly arrested. The teenage suspect, a student at Tottenville High School, is facing repercussions for defacing the memorial with pro-Palestine messages. Cleanup crews have restored the monument, as neighbors express outrage at the disrespectful act.
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