Members of the London Police Service was involved in Project L.E.A.R.N. (Liquor Enforcement and Reduction of Noise) again this year, where extra patrols were in the downtown area, and Western University and Fanshawe College neighborhoods.
Below are the statistics from this year:
Criminal Charges – 77
– Students – 15 (19.5%)
– Non students – 62 (80.5%)
Provincial Offence Notices – 2307
– Students – 1278 (55.4%)
– Non students – 1029 (44.6%)
Total charges for Fall L.E.A.R.N. 2012:
Criminal Charges – 61
– Students – 7 (11.5%)
– Non students – 54 (88.5%)
Provincial Offence Notices 2293
– Students – 1276 (55.6%)
– Non students – 1017 (44.4%)
From a Police perspective, Project Learn, including that of Homecoming 2013, was a great success. With no injuries or major incidents reported, LPS is pleased with the results of the project and plan to continue ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all communities in our City.