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Police: Man arrested for attempting to push officer during UConn protest

Authorities say 35-year-old Alexander Kueny continued to interfere with police efforts after he was placed under arrest.

News 12 Staff

Apr 26, 2024, 6:19 AM

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A man was arrested for interfering with an officer trying to detain another student Thursday during a protest at the UConn Storrs campus, according to police.

Authorities say 35-year-old Alexander Kueny continued to interfere with police efforts after he was placed under arrest.

This comes after a group called the UConn Divest Coalition demanded the school divest its endowment from Israeli companies.

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