
Old growth logging protesters dragged off road by frustrated drivers after blocking major bridge
Global News
This is the group's 10th direct action in Vancouver this month and 84 people have been arrested in the province since January in Vancouver, Revelstoke, Victoria and Nanaimo.
When protesters blocked southbound lanes of the Ironworkers Memorial Bridge during Thursday’s commute, it appears some drivers became very frustrated.
The six protesters, with the group Save Old Growth, were dragged off to the side of the bridge by some commuters.
Vancouver police were soon on the scene to clear the protesters and allow traffic to move again, police said in a release.
“Demonstrators who block vital pieces of infrastructure, like bridges and major intersections, put themselves in danger and create a safety risk for the rest of the public,” Const. Tania Visintin said.
“We know these incidents frustrate the public, and we thank everyone for their patience while VPD responded to this protest.”
A 24-year-old woman was arrested and taken to jail, Visintin added.
The group, Save Old Growth, has staged protests on a number of roadways in B.C. recently.
This is its 10th direct action in Vancouver this month and 84 people have been arrested in the province since January in Vancouver, Revelstoke, Victoria and Nanaimo.