Guelph homecoming street party under police review after injuries and damage

Guelph homecoming street party sparks police review after chaos and injuries Officials are reviewing video, charges, and cleanup as more consequences unfold

City officials and police in Guelph are reviewing a homecoming street party that drew thousands of University of Guelph students and turned disorderly on Saturday night. According to police and witnesses, objects were thrown into crowds during the offcampus gathering, and some attendees reported glass bottles, metal bottles, sticks and other debris being hurled through the air. Several people were injured, including cuts and lacerations, and emergency crews also responded to intoxicationrelated medical calls. Police said officers were already present and later brought in tactical units to help restore order. Investigators are now reviewing video from the event, and charges have already been laid with more possible as the review continues. Guelph Mayor Cam Guthrie said he was unhappy with what happened, while cleanup and repairs to damaged property are expected to continue.