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Montreal Salsa Protest: Police Response Sparks Parental Outrage

8/20/2025

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On August 9, police used a chemical irritant against protesters at a salsa event in Montreal.
Parents condemned the police response as excessive, endangering their children.
Their five-year-old daughter now experiences trauma, fearing crowds and having sleep difficulties.
Police justified their actions as essential for public safety during the Rad Pride march.
The family calls for improved police training to avoid similar situations.

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Story summary

On August 9, police used a chemical irritant against protesters at a salsa event in Montreal.
Parents condemned the police response as excessive, endangering their children.
Their five-year-old daughter now experiences trauma, fearing crowds and having sleep difficulties.
Police justified their actions as essential for public safety during the Rad Pride march.
The family calls for improved police training to avoid similar situations.