19/04/2007 16:00:00
US: Denver Police Arrest 78 People At Marijuana Rally
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Police arrested 78 people at the rally, 64 of which were marijuana
related, including 19 juveniles.
"This park should be enjoyed by all citizens alike, and not have to be
interfered with those who are breaking state law," said Virginia Quinoes
with the Denver Police Department.
The protesters called it a cannabis cultural holiday, but Denver Police
were ready to ticket those who were smoking or who were in possession of
marijuana paraphernalia.
The annual celebration takes place on April 20 at 4:20. The meaning
behind the date and time is unclear. Gorman lead the annual rally until
last year. His murder is still unsolved.
Gorman's daughter was in attendance.
"He loved you guys, thank you for loving him," she said to the crowd.
"Thank you for following in something that is real, something that is
everybody's right."
The smokers were upset with the police presence.
"If Ken was here today, this would not have happened," said rally
participant Brandon Carr.
http://cbs4denver.com/topstories/local_story_110225932.html
Source:
http://www.ukcia.org/news/shownewsarticle.php?articleid=12470
Author:
cbs4denver via UKCIA
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