Police in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada, raided a small New Year’s Eve party held in violation of the province’s coronavirus restrictions, fining the six adults at the party $1,546 ($1,214 U.S.) each. One man was arrested on charges of assaulting an officer and resisting arrest. One woman was arrested for not providing ID. She was released after complying with the order but police say she may still face charges.
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