TORONTO — Halton Region police say a 15-year-old boy has been charged after allegedly shooting a firework at officers during a large youth gathering on Victoria Day in Oakville, Ont.
Police say they responded Monday night to several reports of youth shooting fireworks into the air and at each other at a retail plaza.
They say as many as 300 youth were in the area and a 15-year-old allegedly let off a firework in the officers’ direction as police were breaking up the crowd.
Police say the 15-year-old was arrested and charged with assault with a weapon.
They say several others at the gathering were given provincial offence notices.
The force says no injuries or damage were reported from the gathering.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 23, 2023.
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