Local police have come out with a statement following a planned “slow-roll” protest over the weekend that was supposed to have a base in Arnprior.
The OPP’s East Region Headquarters explains that they were aware of an organized “election convoy” looking to urge Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to call for an immediate federal election that was supposed to crawl through Arnprior along Highway 417 to demonstrate in Downtown Ottawa on Saturday, January 25th.
While the Police say they “respect the rights of Canadians to participate in lawful, peaceful, and safe demonstrations,” slow-moving traffic resulting from a protest on a major highway is illegal and could result in serious collisions.
The convoy was reportedly supposed to set up base in Arnprior ahead of the main protest, but were rebuffed by their chosen venue.
(written by Kasey Egan)
