EDMONTON — Police are promising a greater presence in downtown Edmonton after increased violence around the Oilers arena during this year’s NHL playoff season.
“We have to adapt. We did not expect this volume of people to be here two hours prior to us even opening up our gates,” Ballantyne said, adding that fans have been lining up around the block to enter the plaza.
“I don’t want everybody to think that these isolated incidents are the actions of the majority,” said McFee. “The majority of people down here have been very good, very respectful ⦠There are some isolated incidents that we’ll deal with and investigate.”Article content McFee said additional officers are to be present during future games and watch parties to deal with unruly fans.
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