More Charges For Convoy Organizers

Thursday, 24 March 2022 17:39

By Linda Morgan

Three "freedom convoy" organizers facing additional charges.

New criminal charges have been laid against three organizers of the 'Freedom Convoy' protests that took place in Ottawa earlier this year.

Tamara Lich and Chris Barber, who were arrested on February 17th, are are now jointly charged for several offences including mischief, intimidation and obstructing police.

Another leader of the demonstrations, Pat King, is also facing additional charges after appearing in court today.

King, who is still in custody, is facing 10 charges along with a co-accused, Tyson George Billings.

The charges include two counts each of obstructing police and intimidation.

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