Police in BC responded to a massive house party recently that resulted in a fine and some injuries.
According to the West Vancouver Police, a party promoted was given a $230 fine after officers were called to the large party at 10:15 pm on Aug. 28, 2020.
Officers said that well over 200 people were in attendance, and the average age was 18 to 21.
None of the guests were taking any COVID-19 measures, and police had to manage the crowd as fights began breaking out.
A 20-year-old man suffered significant head and facial injuries after being assaulted, and he was later transported to hospital by ambulance. His injuries are not life-threatening.
While the crowd was dispersed, it was determined that the property itself was a rental property. The organizer was not located, so it is believed they fled once police arrived.
One party promoter was identified and was issued a $230 fine at scene.
It is believed that most of the attendees were from outside of West Vancouver.
“This was an extremely irresponsible group who posed a significant risk to each other, their own communities and the residents of West Vancouver,” says Cst. Kevin Goodmurphy. “This type of gross negligence will not be tolerated here.”
The investigation related to the injured man is ongoing.
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