Police warn of biker gang presence in Gananoque, Ont. on Friday the 13th

Members of the Outlaws motorcycle club, joined by members from other clubs, ride through Hollis Center, Maine Saturday, June 26, 2010. (AP Photo/Joel Page)

Gananoque police say they are anticipating the presence of the Outlaws motorcycle gang in Gananoque this Friday, Feb. 13.

“Ontario Motorcycle Gangs are among criminal organizations whose wide array of criminal activity can cause harm and victimization in communities across Ontario,” the Gananoque Police Service wrote in a news release.

Friday the 13th is a common gathering date for bikers.

Gananoque police say similar events have occurred in the town in years past with minimal disruption, but residents are asked to contact police if they require police assistance.

“The Gananoque Police Service along with other outside agencies have taken proper precautions to ensure the safety and wellbeing of citizens and visitors of the Town of Gananoque,” Gananoque police wrote.

There will be another Friday the 13th this year in March.

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