Anti-Police Brutality Protest enters 17th year

Montreal’s annual demonstration against police brutality is expected to take place on Friday evening.

This year marks the 17^th edition of the demonstration.

The annual anti-police brutality protest has become infamous for its violence.

Tensions between police and protesters at previous demonstrations have resulted in physical confrontations and mass arrests.

According to CBC News, 226 people were arrested at last year’s protest.

Montreal police are advising people to avoid taking the metro during Friday evening rush hour.

The demonstration is scheduled to begin at St-Urbain and Ontario at 5 p.m.

Flickr Photo by: mcmees24

STORY WRITTEN BY: ALYSSA TREMBLAY