A group of people was pepper sprayed during a late-night gathering in Westminster Pier Park.
The New Westminster Police Department received a 911 call about 11:30 p.m. on Monday, June 6 after a group of people at Pier Park were pepper-sprayed.
“Officers arrived on scene and determined an argument had occurred between two groups of people hanging out in the area,” said a NWPD press release. “The suspects were quickly identified and arrested. One of the suspects was held in custody on an unrelated matter, and the investigation into the assault is ongoing at this time.”
According to police, the victims received minor injuries and were treated on scene by BC Emergency Health Services and New Westminster Fire and Rescue Services.
“At this point in our investigation, we do not believe the victims and the suspects knew each other,” said NWPD spokesperson Sgt. Justine Thom. “We’re asking anyone who saw this assault and has not yet spoken to investigators to call the New Westminster Police Department.”
Investigators can be reached by calling the New Westminster Police Department at 604-525-5411.
