Police warn people bringing gas to protesters in downtown Ottawa could be arrested
CTV
Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson says downtown Ottawa is 'out of control' as the trucker convoy protest and occupation is now in its 10th day.
Police announced new enforcement is underway just hours after Mayor Jim Watson said the downtown area is "out of control" on day 10 of the 'Freedom Convoy" on Wellington Street and other roads around Parliament Hill.
Watson is expected to announce Sunday afternoon that the city is declaring a local state of emergency, sources told CTV News.
As of 10 a.m., there were an estimated 500 vehicles in the so-called "red zone", as people continue the protest against COVID-19 vaccine mandates and other public health measures.
Speaking on Newstalk 580 CFRA's CFRA Live with Andrew Pinsent Sunday morning, Watson said it's apparent the protesters have taken over the core.
