Two individuals accused of vandalizing a Cal Poly San Luis Obispo campus building during a pro-Palestinian protest have been released from custody, according to the SLO County Sherriff’s Booking Log. They are expected to appear in court June 18.
The incident took place Wednesday, when a group of five activists allegedly entered the university’s Financial Aid and Student Accounts office in the Administration Building and spray-painted walls, windows, furniture and computers.
Fewer than a dozen people were inside the office at the time. No injuries were reported.
Cal Poly President Jeffrey Armstrong issued a letter to the campus community, saying the university “will not stand for illegal attacks” against its institution, employees or students. He warned that students involved in the vandalism could face expulsion.
University police said three suspects fled before officers arrived.
The incident comes as tensions over Israel’s war in Gaza continue to escalate on college campuses across the country. Armstrong has recently faced criticism from members of Congress, who accused him of mishandling antisemitic and violent protests on campus.
