LAX protest disrupts traffic
A protest calling for a ceasefire in Gaza blocked traffic at Los Angeles International Airport on Wednesday morning, one of the busiest travel days of the year.
SkyFOX flew over the scene and showed heavy traffic along Century Boulevard. At one point, traffic was stalled on the busy roadway, and LA Airport Police recommended those needing to get in and out of the area use Sepulveda Blvd, Arbor Vitae Street and Airport Way.
The protest took a turn when the Los Angeles Police Department got involved around 9:30 a.m. when the group attempted to block the roadway with cement blocks and other objects. As officers moved in, the protesters took off running in different directions, while others were taken into custody.
A FOX 11 crew at the scene said the group of protesters carried signs with messages that included “Ceasefire is not enough,” and “Free Palestine.”
FOX 11’s Gigi Graciette also reported some determined passengers ditched their rides and walked to the airport with their luggage to catch their flights on time.
Pro-Palestine protesters block LAX
A group of Pro-Palestine protesters demanding for a cease-fire block Century Blvd near LAX.
A similar incident occurred on Dec. 13 when demonstrators called for a ceasefire in Gaza and blocked traffic on the 110 Freeway.
FOX 11 learned that similar protests were held Wednesday morning in New York City, which was likely in a coordinated effort to disrupt travel on one of the busiest travel days of the year.
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Officials said some protesters were cited and released for rioting, while others were arrested for assault on a peace officer.
