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ARTICLE · 15 DECEMBER 2016

Toronto Beer-Tosser Charged With Mischief

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Under the Criminal Code, the test for mischief is: Mischief: 430 (1) Every one commits mischief who wilfully; (a) destroys or damages property; (b) renders property dangerous....

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Ken Pagan, the infamous Torontonian who drew the ire of millions, including celebrities such as Stephen King, for throwing a beer can onto the field during a heated Toronto Blue Jays playoff match has been charged with one count of mischief under $5000.

Ken turned himself in shortly after the incident took place in October. The conditions for his release included that he refrain from attending Toronto Blue Jays games at the Rogers Centre, and from consuming alcohol at anytime, in any location until his matter was dealt with.

Ken's first court date was November 24, at Old City Hall in Toronto.

His next court date is scheduled for December 8, at 9 AM.

Under the Criminal Code, the test for mischief is: Mischief

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