Bloody brawl erupts near UC Berkeley as agitators clash with Turning Point USA attendees
A violent confrontation erupted near UC Berkeley off Zellerbach Hall on November 10, 2025, as protesters clashed with attendees of a Turning Point USA event featuring Dr. Frank Turek and Rob Schneider, resulting in injuries and multiple arrests.
- Physical clash off campus: A rapidly growing crowd near Zellerbach Hall devolved into a bloody brawl captured on video.
- Police response: Berkeley and UC campus officers used shields and batons and made arrests while investigations continued.
- Injuries and arrests: Video shows at least one person with facial injuries; police reported at least two arrests by early evening.
- Event context: The clash occurred ahead of a TPUSA tour stop featuring Dr. Frank Turek and Rob Schneider amid heightened tensions on campus.
The scene and what video shows
Local and bystander footage documents a chaotic crowd that swelled near the entrance to Zellerbach Hall around 4:30 p.m. PST. The imagery shows demonstrators — some wearing keffiyehs and carrying left-leaning signs — moving toward attendees arriving for the Turning Point USA event. At the center of several clips are two men locked in a bloody fight, with one person showing visible facial injuries as others attempt to separate them.
See the on-site video posted to YouTube and related coverage from local outlets that capture police moving through the crowd with shields and batons.
Law enforcement response and arrests
Berkeley Police, assisted by UC Berkeley campus officers, moved to contain the confrontation. Officers were seen using shields and batons to separate groups and escort people away from the area. Authorities reported arrests while cautioning that investigations were ongoing.
As of about 6:00 p.m. local time, police said at least two people had been arrested, including one charged with battery. Officials told reporters they were still determining the full number of injuries and would release more information after processing the scene.
UC Berkeley provided limited comment, saying the altercation occurred off university grounds and that the university was cooperating with law enforcement to ensure safety around campus events.
Who was involved and reported motives
Footage and on-the-ground observations indicate those opposing the Turning Point USA event displayed left-leaning symbols and signs. Organizers and attendees characterized their presence as exercising free speech and reported increased private security in response to threats.
The TPUSA stop was billed as the final leg of the “This Is The Turning Point” tour. Organizers said the event proceeded despite heightened security concerns and opposition to the university’s approval of the booking.
Context of heightened tensions
Media accounts framed the Berkeley clash within a broader pattern of polarized campus politics and contentious speaker appearances. Fox News noted the stop occurred roughly two months after the reported assassination of TPUSA founder Charlie Kirk at an event in Utah, a development that reportedly increased security concerns at subsequent TPUSA appearances.
Independent video coverage corroborated that organizers and police anticipated trouble and had increased security measures at the site.
Media coverage, footage and what remains unclear
Multiple local television and online outlets posted videos and photos showing the crowd size, injuries, and police efforts to restore order. Imagery of bloodied faces and physical exchanges between demonstrators and attendees circulated widely on social platforms.
Key open questions investigators and reporters continue to pursue include:
- The full count and nature of injuries beyond what video shows.
- The identities, affiliations and final charges for those arrested.
- Whether the protest at the site was spontaneously organized or coordinated by outside groups.
Implications for San Diego, California
Though the clash occurred in Berkeley, the incident may carry practical and political consequences across California, including San Diego:
- Economic: Venues and promoters may face higher insurance and security costs for polarizing speakers, affecting local businesses that benefit from event traffic.
- Political: Local officials could face pressure to address campus free speech and safety protocols, prompting calls for improved coordination between university and city law enforcement.
- Social: Student groups, parents and community organizations may increase outreach and forums about peaceful protest and campus safety.
- Practical advice: Residents attending public events should review venue security policies, travel in groups, and follow official guidance to reduce risk of outside confrontations.
Ongoing developments
Authorities in Berkeley stated investigations are continuing and that additional details will be released as they become available. News organizations are monitoring official statements, police reports and video evidence to assemble a fuller account of the events of Nov. 10, 2025, and determine whether further charges will be filed.
“Investigations are ongoing,” officials said, emphasizing that more information will be shared after scene processing and interviews.
Sources and reporting
This article draws from video footage and reporting available from local broadcasters and national outlets. Key sources include:
