So, how many were arrested? Enough to make a headline, but not enough to ruin the party. Think of it like this: if you have 2 million people in a sunny, boozy environment for two days, a few will mess up. That’s just math, not a reflection of Carnival itself. What you should remember instead is the joy, the music, and the fact that for two days, London turns into a giant, inclusive street party where everyone is welcome.
Next time you see a scary number, ask yourself: was it 334 out of 2 million? Because that’s a 0.0167% arrest rate. That is a better ratio than most office Christmas parties, I promise you. So grab some rum punch, put on something bright, and don’t let a few grumpy stats keep you from the best weekend of the year. Just maybe leave your untied shoelaces at home—you don’t want to be the one who gets a caution for stumbling into a steel pan.
