Two individuals have been taken into custody after a protest outside a Liberal Party fundraising event in Toronto, according to police.
The demonstration took place on Friday evening outside the Omni King Edward Hotel, where the Liberal Party was hosting a fundraising event. The event was attended by several high-profile Liberal politicians, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
According to police, the protest was organized by a group called “People’s Party of Canada” and was initially peaceful. However, as the evening progressed, the situation escalated and became more confrontational.
Police say that two individuals were arrested for causing a disturbance and obstructing police officers. One of the individuals was also charged with assaulting a police officer.
Videos from the scene show a large group of protesters chanting and holding signs, while police officers attempt to maintain order. Some protesters can be seen engaging in heated arguments with attendees of the fundraising event.
The protest was reportedly in response to the Liberal Party’s policies and actions, including the recent decision to approve the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project.
In a statement, the Liberal Party said they respect the right to peaceful protest, but condemned any acts of violence or aggression.
“We are disappointed that a small group of individuals chose to disrupt our fundraising event, which was meant to bring together supporters and raise funds for important causes,” the statement read.
The two individuals who were arrested have been released on bail and are scheduled to appear in court at a later date.
This past Friday evening, police have reported that two individuals were apprehended following a demonstration outside a Liberal Party fundraising event in Toronto.
The protest occurred outside the Omni King Edward Hotel, where the Liberal Party was hosting a fundraising event attended by prominent Liberal politicians, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
The demonstration, organized by a group called “People’s Party of Canada,” began peacefully but eventually turned confrontational, according to police.
Two individuals were taken into custody for causing a disturbance and obstructing police officers. One of the individuals was also charged with assaulting a police officer.
Videos from the scene depict a large group of protesters chanting and holding signs while police officers attempt to maintain order. Some protesters can be seen engaging in heated arguments with attendees of the fundraising event.
The protest was reportedly in response to the Liberal Party’s policies and actions, particularly the recent approval of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project.
In a statement, the Liberal Party expressed their support for peaceful protests but condemned any acts of violence or aggression.
“We respect the right to peaceful protest, but we are disappointed that a small group of individuals chose to disrupt our fundraising event, which was intended to bring together supporters and raise funds for important causes,” the statement read.
The two individuals who were arrested have been released on bail and are expected to appear in court at a later date.
