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Port Moody Police struggle to break up a crowd of 150 intoxicated youth

Darpan News Desk Port Moody Police, 24 Aug, 2021 03:15 PM

On August 23, 2021 at approximately 10 pm, Port Moody Police Department (PMPD) responded to several calls for service at Rocky Point Park.

More than 150 youth had gathered in the park – many of which were under the influence of alcohol and other intoxicants. One youth climbed on to a police car, attempting to damage the cruiser.

The youth was confronted by police and subsequently ran. The youth was arrested after a brief foot pursuit.

Around the same time and location, there was also a call for a personal robbery, where a youth was pepper sprayed and items were stolen from him. The victim refused medical treatment and refused to cooperate with the investigation. A search of the area was negative and a suspect was not located.

In both instances, charges have not been recommended at this time.

Given the size and volatility of the crowd, Royal Canadian Mounted Police from Coquitlam Detachment also attended the park to assist PMPD members with dispersing the youths.

Constable Sam Zacharias reminds the public that “drinking in public parks is illegal as per the Liquor Control and Licensing Act” and adds that “parents should be mindful of their children’s activities and whereabouts – as it seemed to the officers on scene that many parents were unaware of this gathering and illegal activity taking place.”

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