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New York City – In a shocking turn of events, the New York Police Department (NYPD) has arrested several members of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT), also known as the Teamsters, for allegedly disrupting traffic during a historic Amazon driver strike.
The strike, which began on December 15th and is expected to continue until January 10th, marks one of the largest labor actions in recent history. Over 20,000 Amazon delivery drivers from across the country have joined forces to demand better pay, benefits, and working conditions.
In response to the strike, the NYPD arrested several Teamsters members who were reportedly blocking traffic and causing disruptions on major highways and streets around New York City.
According to reports, a group of approximately 50 protesters gathered at the intersection of 5th Avenue and 42nd Street in Manhattan, where they blocked traffic for over an hour. The group was met with heavy-handed tactics from NYPD officers, who arrived in force to disperse the crowd.
In a statement released yesterday, Amazon claimed that the strike is “unauthorized” and vowed to take all necessary measures to ensure business continuity.
“We understand that some of our drivers are frustrated with certain working conditions and compensation packages,” said an Amazon spokesperson. “However, we believe that any labor disputes should be resolved through established channels and protocols, rather than public demonstrations.”
The Teamsters union, which represents the striking drivers, has called for solidarity and support from its members.
“This is a landmark moment in labor history, and we urge all working-class Americans to stand with us,” said a statement released by the IBT. “We will not be silenced or intimidated by corporate interests that seek to crush our rights.”
The strike, which began last week, has already seen widespread support from other unions and advocacy groups.
As the situation continues to unfold, Gizmodo will provide updates and analysis as new information becomes available.
Sources: Bloomberg News
Source: gizmodo.com
