TORONTO POLICE SHUT DOWN MARIJUANA DEMONSTRATION

A marijuana demonstration turned nasty yesterday when at least two
people were detained during scuffles with city police at a park near
the provincial legislature.

The dustup started after police -- accompanied by municipal bylaw
officers and parks officials -- shut down a pro-marijuana rally when
Toronto organizers failed to produce the necessary permits and insurance.

Several hundred demonstrators were barred from accessing a rented
stage and using any sound equipment, including microphones and
speakers, pulling the plug on a scheduled concert by six pro-marijuana
bands.

No names were released but police said there were no charges and those
detained were quickly released.