Whistler RCMP had braced for a hectic Victoria Day long weekend, but the traditionally rowdy three-day period turned out to be quieter than anticipated.
Sgt. Rob Knapton said the detachment had fewer calls on the May long weekend, which had become the resort municipality’s busiest of the year. RCMP had 16 calls for service Saturday night between 7 p.m. and 4 a.m., compared with 23 calls for service over the same period the year before.
Six people were taken into custody Saturday, which Knapton said was fewer than last year.
Knapton said there was a noticeable reduction in the number of people in Whistler. Police have also been conducting anti-drunk driving roadblocks and have stepped up foot patrols in the village, he said.
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