RCMP Investigating Harassment of Chrystia Freeland

Tuesday, 30 August 2022 16:05

By Linda Morgan

RCMP launching investigation after Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland was accosted by a man in Grande Prairie, Alberta.

The RCMP has launched an investigation after a man swore at Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland on Friday.

The incident occurred in Grande Prairie, Alberta.

The RCMP say criminal charges may be laid.

A video shows Freeland being approached by a large man who hurled profanities at her as she entered an elevator.

After the footage began circulating online over the weekend, politicians of all stripes have expressed support for Freeman.

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