A public meeting on expanding services at the Park Street Emergency Shelter in Charlottetown turned chaotic several times Wednesday night.
Prince Edward Island Housing Minister Rob Lantz was shoved by an angry resident who wanted the shelter that’s been in place since late 2022 moved away from his neighbourhood. Members of the crowd stepped in to stop the altercation, some being kicked in the process.
Lantz said he was not injured.
In a news release Thursday morning, Charlottetown police said they’re reviewing video of the incident and talking with witnesses. They said they will provide an update if charges are laid.
More than 200 people attended the meeting at the
