At least four people were arrested after a group of pro-Palestinian protesters stormed a ZARA store in New York City on Black Friday, the New York City Police Department (NYPD) confirmed to Fox News.
As shoppers rush home with their treasures — officers on the Upper East Side are out in shopping districts keeping everyone safe.
We’re standing watch so our community can enjoy the start of the holiday season. Stay safe, shop smart, and good luck with those #BlackFriday deals. pic.twitter.com/e0uv21R1qg
— NYPD 19th Precinct (@NYPD19Pct) November 28, 2025
The incident took place at the retailer’s Fifth Avenue location in Midtown Manhattan.
According to the report, protesters blew whistles and waved Palestinian flags as they demonstrated outside the store.
One woman yelled, “They fund the genocide, Free Palestine!”
Another protester shouted at employees, “ZARA is a genocidal company,” as the crowd gathered near the entrance.
PRO-PALESTINE ACTIVISTS STORM ZARA ON BLACK FRIDAY: BUYING A $29 SWEATER IS GENOCIDE, APPARENTLY
Nothing says “I’m saving Gaza” like screaming at Manhattan shoppers trying to get 50% off a blouse on Black Friday.
The keffiyeh karens pushed past NYPD, banged on the glass,… pic.twitter.com/HMcTQigMIn
— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) November 28, 2025
NYPD officials said officers responded to what they described as a planned protest involving roughly 70 demonstrators.
Video footage showed several protesters rushing into the ZARA store before police quickly escorted them back outside.
BREAKING: NYPD is rushing in and making ARRESTS as Palestine protestors CRASH Black Friday shopping at an NYC Apple Store
America: WE DON’T HAVE TO LIVE LIKE THIS! pic.twitter.com/5y3ipQb39k
— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) November 28, 2025
Officers remained stationed at the entrance as the crowd continued to chant and wave signs.
The group was later seen outside the nearby Microsoft store, where additional video showed protesters continuing their demonstration along the heavily trafficked shopping corridor.
A large group was spotted protesting outside the Midtown Manhattan Apple Store. pic.twitter.com/2WSoFT9SUy
— New York Post (@nypost) November 28, 2025
The New York Daily News reported that police also made arrests after pro-Palestinian protesters blocked the Apple Store in the same area.
Demonstrators there held signs with messages including, “Think before you buy” and “Israel is killing children.”
Officers moved in to disperse the group after they blocked access to the store.
NYPD said the investigation into the incidents remains ongoing.
