Earlier this week, a pro-palestinian (read: antisemitic, anti-Israel) rally took place in Calgary.
They pretty much did as they pleased.
When the pro-Palestinian rally took place on May 16, officials say more than 1,000 vehicles participated and the situation deteriorated, with drivers deviating from the approved route and contributing to a number of safety concerns.
“Vehicles driving down the wrong side of the road, running red lights, blocking intersections for significant periods of time, drivers on their cellphones while passengers (including young children) hung from windows and sunroofs. Stunting, firing of flares and fireworks from within vehicles or in crowds, and significant noise levels late into the evening led to several complaints from residents in the area,” police said in a release.
Through body-worn cameras as well as in-car digital video cameras, police say they have collected enough evidence to issue summonses to approximately 100 registered owners of the vehicles involved.
Police say no attempt was made to issue tickets at the time out of a concern of “escalating the situation.”
Two people were arrested during the event, with one being charged with mischief to property and the other for an altercation.
You can see some of the hijinx here, including kids hanging out of windows.
https://youtu.be/t7KkTnAFvIE
It seems they were really trying to emulate their Hamas heroes, who also have a thing for endangering kids and others, not to mention generally causing mayhem.
Hat tip: Maimon
