Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Fredy Villanueva Anniversary Approaches

Wendy Villaneuva looks at memorial to her brother Fredy, killed last year by Montreal police (August 4, 2009)

From The CTV:

This Sunday marks the first anniversary of the shooting death of Fredy Villanueva at the hands of police officers.

He was gunned down on August 9, 2008, when officers arrested his brother, and his death sparked a riot in Montreal North.

This weekend an event called "Hoodstock" will incorporate two days of concerts and social forums to commemorate Fredy's death.

Read more ....

My Comment: My friends who live in the area are worried only about one thing .... that another riot breaks out. Considering the neighborhood .... I would not be surprised.

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