Man charged after allegedly holding large knife at Toronto anti-racism protest

Toronto police say a man was arrested after he allegedly held a large knife while observing an anti-racism protest in the city on Saturday.

Police said the incident occurred around 2:30 p.m. when a demonstrator noticed a man standing on the sidewalk in the area of Yonge and Grosvenor streets with a large knife.

The demonstrator reported the man to a nearby officer who then made contact with him.

Police said he attempted to flee, but was chased and arrested a short time later.

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He allegedly had three knives in his possession.

Officers said 21-year-old Boyu Shi of Toronto was charged with assault with a weapon, possessing a weapon dangerous to public peace, and carrying a concealed weapon.

He remains in custody and was scheduled to appear in court on Sunday.

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