Man charged with robbery, battery following scuffle outside TPUSA event at UC Berkeley - Local News Matters

Jihad Dphrepaulezz appeared in court on Thursday after facing felony robbery and battery charges linked to a physical altercation outside a Turning Point USA event at UC Berkeley. Allegedly, Dphrepaulezz ripped a necklace from a vendor, leading to a fight that resulted in visible injuries to the vendor. Berkeley police initially detained both individuals but later released the vendor and charged Dphrepaulezz. The U. S.

Department of Justice announced it would conduct a federal investigation into the protests, with Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon visiting the Bay Area to meet with local law enforcement and witnesses. Dan Mogulof, a university spokesperson, emphasized the institution's commitment to cooperating with the investigation, aiming to identify those responsible for the violence. However, activist groups like By Any Means Necessary denounced the federal investigation, claiming it aims to intimidate critics of the Trump administration. Mark Airgood, an organizer, accused the DOJ of pursuing "phony, unsubstantiated charges" against protesters. The incident highlights ongoing tensions surrounding political events at UC Berkeley and the response of law enforcement to civil unrest.