Three more charged in Stanley Cup riot; total now 78
Posted Mar 30, 2012 05:34:28 AM.
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VANCOUVER – Three more people have been charged in connection with the Stanley Cup riots in Vancouver, bringing the total to 78.
The three suspects, all from British Columbia, range in age from 19 to 38.
Two people have already plead guilty to taking part in the riot, which took place around the Roger Arena in 2011 after Vancouver Canucks lost to the Boston Bruins in game seven.
During the riots, stores were looted and several cars were set on fire.
Vancouver police continue to work to identify more rioters.
Earlier this week, the city of Vancouver outlined a plan to avoid a repeat of the riot if the Vancouver Canucks advance deep into this year’s playoffs.
The plan includes a crackdown on people carrying alcohol, and small block party and community centre events instead of inviting thousands of people into the city’s downtown to watch games on giant TV screens.
