Citations Handed Out At Annual Boat Race

Nearly two dozen people and six businesses were cited by Excise Police during the annual boat races in Michigan City this past weekend. Among those charged, four people arrested on drug-related charges. Two minors were arrested for illegal possession of alcohol, with one also being cited for being in a tavern or liquor store. Among the businesses facing scrutiny: King Richard's Liquors, for allowing a minor to enter and failing to check ID, and Ryan's and The Clubhouse, for allowing carry in/carry out beverages. There were some citations handed out as well, connected to the state's smoke-free laws.