Police and Bylaw officers issued hundreds of tickets for open liquor, public intoxication and underage drinking during St. Patrick's Day festivities in Kingston, Ont.
Police say over the weekend, officers worked with community partners to address "large unsanctioned gatherings" in the University District.
"A nuisance party was declared just before 3:00 p.m. Police and Bylaw Enforcement intervened and successfully cleared the large gathering to keep roads clear for motorists and emergency services." Police say officers issued 330 open liquor charges, eight public intoxication charges and 30 charges for underage drinking on Friday and Saturday. Officers also issued administrative monetary penalties for obstructing an officer and making noise by yelling, shouting or hollering.
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