That is why I didn't get too close to the downtown crowds. I had a bad feeling and expressed to my friends that I was worried someone would get shot. I stayed a bit further east of the downtown core. You couldn't have paid me to be in the midst of that.
Shots fired at Raptors celebration at City Hall
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When I say this please do not take it as belittling your fear. You have a right to feel any way you want based on your experiences. However, over 2 mill people and maybe 5 people injured? I'm no math expert but the odds are in your favour.
The authorities did try to limit the crowd size. I was on my way to Nathan Phillips (don't tell my boss) when I heard on the radio: "Do not come, Nathan Phillips is at capacity." So, I watched the proceedings on TV which is actually better for coverage.
To-day, the big news are bomb threats against secondary schools. It's always something.
Just curious...how many cops does it take to form "protective rings" around a crowd of 2 million people spread over several city blocks? And what is this protective ring of which you speak?
6 losers charged from last Friday morning shooting:
Abdulrahman Abdullahi, 23, faces eight charges, including attempted murder, discharge with intent, and unauthorized possession of a firearm.
Kamal Hassan, 26, has also been charged with attempted murder and unauthorized possession of a firearm.
Ilyas Riyaleh, 23, and Nathaniel Campbell, 33, face a number of weapons-related charges, including unauthorized possession of a firearm and carrying a concealed weapon.
Jovane Watson, 20, was charged with possession for the purchase of trafficking cocaine and possession of proceeds of crime.
Zachary Cust, 21, faces a series of weapons and drug-related charges.
Abdulrahman Abdullahi, 23, faces eight charges, including attempted murder, discharge with intent, and unauthorized possession of a firearm.
Kamal Hassan, 26, has also been charged with attempted murder and unauthorized possession of a firearm.
Ilyas Riyaleh, 23, and Nathaniel Campbell, 33, face a number of weapons-related charges, including unauthorized possession of a firearm and carrying a concealed weapon.
Jovane Watson, 20, was charged with possession for the purchase of trafficking cocaine and possession of proceeds of crime.
Zachary Cust, 21, faces a series of weapons and drug-related charges.
Toronto is one of the fastest growing cities in North America - shit happens.
I opt to focus on the positive, that "getting to know you" dinner Kawhi and Kyle had last summer worked out well - dontcha think?
I opt to focus on the positive, that "getting to know you" dinner Kawhi and Kyle had last summer worked out well - dontcha think?
Please explain how the Police can be expected to know who in a crowd of 2 million people are carrying a knives or guns?
Most definitely, that look :hippie:. I wouldn’t be surprised with his level of consciousness, presence and awareness that he has experience with DMT and other psychedelics as well.
NY City Police: 36,000 officers , $92 BILLION budget
Toronto Police: 5,000 officers, $1.1 BILLION budget
Toronto had neither the staffing nor equipment / infrastructure to do what you are saying. They can't budget and staff weeks / months in advance on the premise that a sports team might win and have a parade.
That clip was taken on the ride to Drake's Vegas party. The first one was taken down so I found another.
Kawhi is the Carlos Castaneda of the NBA, who knew?
Kawhi is the Carlos Castaneda of the NBA, who knew?
I didn't know that Tiberius. After 14 Seasons without a sniff at the NBA Title, Marc Gasol made up for Kyle. Eric Moreland making sure he didn't fall out of the bus.james t kirk;6431724}Kyle Lowry is a nondrinker.[/URL said:
This is what we know so far. The 3 suspects arrested have been charged with various offenses and appeared in court to-day. Yes, they look like they are ---- , can't say more because "racist". Apparently, the police are also looking for some white guy.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/shooting-raptors-rally-1.5180396
[FONT="]Police have released the names of three men who were arrested after the shootings at Monday's celebration of the Toronto Raptors' NBA Championship.[/FONT]
[FONT="]Shaquille Anthony Miller, 25, and Thaino Toussaint, 20, appeared in court on Tuesday, charged with a string of firearms-related charges.[/FONT]
[FONT="]Police have released the names of three men who were arrested after the shootings at Monday's celebration of the Toronto Raptors' NBA Championship.[/FONT]
[FONT="]Shaquille Anthony Miller, 25, and Thaino Toussaint, 20, appeared in court on Tuesday, charged with a string of firearms-related charges.[/FONT]
But the 4th guy is described as white with brownish hair so I guess he doesn’t enjoy sun tanning?
