NRP Charge Two For Violating COVID-19 Gathering Protocols

Monday, 14 December 2020 13:35

By Linda Morgan

A man and a woman from the Falls have been charged for having large gatherings.

On Friday, officers were called to the scene of a hotel near Fallsview Blvd and Murray Street in Niagara Falls.

They were there regarding an unwanted person.

Upon arrival, they noticed a gathering of over 30 people in one of the hotel rooms, and many of them were not wearing masks.

An investigation determined that a similar incident occurred on December 5th, with 20 young adults in attendance.

A 21 year old man and an 18 year old woman received a fine of $880 and they have both been charged.

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