Convoy protesters could be ‘arrested’ for blocking streets, Ottawa police warn
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The warning comes as the 'freedom convoy' trucks continue to clog the streets of Ottawa's downtown core, rendering some areas near Parliament Hill impassable.
Ottawa police are warning “Freedom Convoy” protesters they “could be arrested” if they continue to block city streets.
The warning via a press release titled “Message to Demonstrators from the Ottawa Police Service” comes on the 13th day of the protest, as multiple trucks continue to clog the streets of Ottawa’s downtown core.
“The unlawful act of blocking streets in the downtown core is resulting in people being denied the lawful use, enjoyment and operation of their property,” read a statement from the Ottawa Police, issued on Wednesday.
“We are providing you notice that anyone blocking streets or assisting others in the block of streets may be committing a criminal offence. You must immediately cease further unlawful activity or you may face charges.”
The statement went on to warn that anyone found blocking streets — or helping others to block streets — could be “arrested without a warrant.” Their vehicles could be detained, too, and if the offender is convicted, could be forfeited.
“Charges or convictions related to the unlawful activity associated with the demonstration may lead to denial in crossing the USA border,” the police added.
Ottawa is on Day 13 of the ongoing demonstration, and as the trucks remain firmly parked on downtown streets, residents have become vocal in their complaints. Both in person and on social media, many have shared stories of harassment, lack of sleep and even aggression from the protesters.
To date, cops and bylaw officers have handed out more than 1,300 tickets for traffic violations, made 23 arrests and have 85 active criminal investigations related to the protest.
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