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Oakland Academic Arrested for UC Berkeley Arson Attacks

Casey Robert Goonan faces multiple felony charges after alleged firebombing linked to pro-Palestinian protests.

  • Goonan, 34, is charged with arson and possession of destructive devices, held on $1 million bail.
  • He has a history of activism, including a previous arrest for disrupting a women's conference.
  • The attacks were part of a broader protest against the University of California's stance on Israel.
  • Investigations involved multiple agencies, including the FBI and Cal Fire.
  • Supporters are raising funds for Goonan's defense, calling his actions justified.
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