City College Of New York Vandalized By Protesters

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Officials are currently assessing the extent of the damage caused by demonstrators at the City College of New York. The incident occurred on Tuesday night when protesters vandalized several buildings and grounds on the campus. According to reports, glass doors were smashed, walls were graffitied, and public property was ransacked.

During the initial cleanup process, public safety officers discovered chains, flares, a bolt cutter, and box cutters in three bags left behind by the protesters inside the building. The City University of New York (CUNY) issued a statement confirming the presence of these items and stated that the total cost of repairs is yet to be determined.

Glass doors smashed, walls graffitied, public property ransacked.

Protesters vandalized City College of New York buildings and grounds.

Weapons like chains, flares, bolt cutter, and box cutters found on site.

The City College of New York, which serves as the founding institution of CUNY, is home to eight schools and divisions as listed on the school's official website. The college has a long-standing history within the CUNY system and plays a significant role in higher education in New York City.