This weekend, Springmeet would actually have been implemented. The motor meeting usually attracts crowds of people. During the day, enthusiastic motor enthusiasts usually gather at Optand's airfield and in the evening it is then traditional cruising through Östersund.

But this year, the arrangement was canceled because of the prevailing corona pandemic. The message came as early as April, but a few weeks ago, rumors began to circulate on social media that a cruise would still be implemented.

Organizers appealed before not leaving

The rumors were also captured by the organizers who then went out and appealed to enthusiasts. They pointed out that their poster had been changed and that someone was spreading incorrect information. They therefore invited everyone to follow the recommendations of the Public Health Authority and pointed out that everyone should meet next year instead.

Despite this, many gathered during Saturday evening in central Östersund. According to radio Jämtland, the police estimated it to be 1100-1200 people and a total of 300 cars.

The police could not interrupt as there was no responsible organizer. However, they stopped and checked a number of vehicles. A driver was fined for driving a stopped vehicle.