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CBC
16-03-2025
- CBC
Despite court injunction, hundreds of students gathered in Waterloo on St. Patrick's Day weekend
Social Sharing St. Patrick's Day celebrations went forward as hundreds of green-clad students filled Marshall Street and surrounding areas in Waterloo Saturday despite a court-ordered injunction that could lead to their detainment and arrest. In the days leading up to St. Patrick's Day, the City of Waterloo announced that it was granted an injunction order by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice from Friday, March 14 at 12:00 a.m. to Monday, March 17 at 11:59 p.m. The injunction allows police to detain, arrest and charge anyone who is participating in unsanctioned street parties in that city this weekend. St. Patrick's Day often sees thousands of students take to the streets in the University District of Waterloo to drink, party and sometimes cause chaos and disorder. This court order was met with mixed reactions by students and neighbours. Instead of being given a ticket, party goers now risk being charged with a criminal offence by Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) if engaging in illegal activities and thereby breaching the court order. This, however, did not deter everyone: Saturday afternoon saw what appears to be hundreds, possibly thousands, of students gathering on the streets of Waterloo to drink, mingle and celebrate. Saturday evening, WRPS released a statement asking the public to avoid the areas of Marshall Street and Regina Street North as members of the WRPS Public Order Unit tried to move individuals off the streets. WRPS public information officer Melissa Quarrie told CBC News in an email Sunday that they "continue to monitor the situation" and "encourage those planning to celebrate, to do so in smaller gatherings, at licensed establishments, or at home." Outside of that statement, spokesperson Cherri Greeno told CBC News Sunday that WRPS would not release official estimates of numbers or a summary of events until after all celebrations were done.
Yahoo
16-03-2025
- Yahoo
Despite court injunction, hundreds of students gathered in Waterloo on St. Patrick's Day weekend
St. Patrick's Day celebrations went forward as hundreds of green-clad students filled Marshall Street and surrounding areas in Waterloo Saturday despite a court-ordered injunction that could lead to their detainment and arrest. In the days leading up to St. Patrick's Day, the City of Waterloo announced that it was granted an injunction order by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice from Friday, March 14 at 12:00 a.m. to Monday, March 17 at 11:59 p.m. The injunction allows police to detain, arrest and charge anyone who is participating in unsanctioned street parties in that city this weekend. St. Patrick's Day often sees thousands of students take to the streets in the University District of Waterloo to drink, party and sometimes cause chaos and disorder. This court order was met with mixed reactions by students and neighbours. Instead of being given a ticket, party goers now risk being charged with a criminal offence by Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) if engaging in illegal activities and thereby breaching the court order. Police presence was heavy Saturday. Spokesperson Melissa Quarrie said they "continue the monitor the situation to ensure public safety and there will be an increased police presence in the area." (Aastha Shetty/CBC News) This, however, did not deter everyone: Saturday afternoon saw what appears to be hundreds, possibly thousands, of students gathering on the streets of Waterloo to drink, mingle and celebrate. Saturday evening, WRPS released a statement asking the public to avoid the areas of Marshall Street and Regina Street North as members of the WRPS Public Order Unit tried to move individuals off the streets. WRPS public information officer Melissa Quarrie told CBC News in an email Sunday that they "continue to monitor the situation" and "encourage those planning to celebrate, to do so in smaller gatherings, at licensed establishments, or at home." Outside of that statement, spokesperson Cherri Greeno told CBC News Sunday that WRPS would not release official estimates of numbers or a summary of events until after all celebrations were done. Waterloo Regional Police Service released a statement Saturday evening asking for the public to avoid Marshall Street and surrounding areas as they move partygoers. (Aastha Shetty/CBC News)
CBC
30-01-2025
- CBC
Series of copper wire thefts from EV chargers in Waterloo prompts warning from police
At least eight electric vehicle charging stations in Waterloo have been targeted by thieves in just under a two-week period and that has prompted a warning from police. Between Jan. 14 and 26, wire cables were stolen from eight locations in Waterloo. The Waterloo Regional Police Service says the thefts have occurred at car dealerships, commercial businesses and the University of Waterloo. They've happened during the overnight and early morning hours. Police have arrested one man in relation to four of the thefts. When the man was arrested, he was found to be in possession of charging cables, bolt cutters, wire cutters, a crowbar and knives. A 44-year-old man from Waterloo faces charges of theft under $5,000, possession of break-in instruments, attempted theft under $5,000 from a vehicle and failure to comply with a release order. Police are warning businesses that have EV charging stations to monitor the area and consider installing security cameras. Const. Melissa Quarrie says businesses looking to install chargers should also consider putting them in well-lit, high-trafficked areas so people will be able to see them. She says the copper wiring can be sold on the black market or at scrap yards. "The individuals who take these cables often will resell them for profit. The profit is not astronomical, it's actually more costly to have to repair the charging unit. So it's really the business unfortunately that ends up footing the bill for that," Quarrie said. She added if anyone sees something suspicious around the chargers, "particularly during off hours or from individuals that don't seem to be with cars, that would be great to contact police so that we can come on out and investigate.."
