NYPD stormed Columbia University's occupied Hamilton ... in the cops 'to restore order and safety' NYPD cops dressed in riot gear stormed Columbia University and rapidly dispersed protesters ...

NYPD officers in riot gear were seen arriving with ballistic helmets and batons by late Wednesday afternoon. The NYPD told NBC News Fordham University at Lincoln Center requested their assistance ...

The NYPD used a large vehicle with a ramp on it ... Police have moved in and are in the street with riot helmets on, video showed. They are by the gate closest to Hamilton Hall.