Anti-pride protestor arrested at Kamloops drag story time

Police are investigating reports of assault at a drag story time event in Kamloops this past weekend.

The North Kamloops Library hosted the drag story time event for children and at around 10 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 26, anti-pride protestors had gathered outside of the library on Tranquille Road, holding signs and yelling insults at those entering the even, according to an RCMP media release.

“While police were on scene, a protestor entered the story time room and began filming the event, which was intended and attended by children under 18 years old,” Kamloops RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Crystal Evelyn said in the release.

“The protestor was asked to leave and refused to do so, resulting in an arrest for trespassing and mischief. The suspect was later released pending the investigation’s conclusion.”

Police are also investigating reports of an assault involving a person with a sign.

Anyone who witness the event or has information is asked to contact the Kamloops RCMP at 250-828-3000 and reference file 2023-30850.

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