Motorcyclists in Moncton are asking for an apology from the RCMP after they say an officer gave some tickets, and swore at others during a memorial rideon Sunday, May 22.

“I saw (the RCMP officer) running from behind some cars, arms flying, hollering orders at different people, and basically trying to stop the motorcycles and the procession that was there,” said rider Brian Stuart.

Hundreds of bikers from across Eastern Canada rolled into Moncton last Sunday to honour Erin Robertson, who died after crashing her bike more than two weeks ago.

Some riders felt the officer's driving put motorcyclists' safety at risk – the very thing they were trying to promote.

“I have many statements from many, many people who were on this funeral procession that he scared pretty badly, at a high rate of speed, inches away their motorcycles with no sirens on,” said procession organizer Stacey Butler.

More than 50 people have been named as complainants, and more than 20 people have submitted statements. The RCMP declined to comment on the matter, but have confirmed they're investigating the formal complaint.

People in cars who were blocked by the procession came forward to voice their displeasure with the officer's actions, as well.

“Everybody was already stopped when I got there, so I put my car in park, and not one person had an issue,” said witness Gisele Bourgeois. “Everybody just stayed put and let the bikes go by. It's for a funeral procession, it's not like it's just for fun.”

Despite the run-in, the group is hoping for a peaceful resolution.

“I think we need to sit down with the RCMP and talk, and repair the damage that has been done between the motorcycle riding community and the RCMP,” said Butler.

Butler says the RCMP contacted her on Monday to set up a meeting, where she hopes to clear the air and promote rider safety.

With files from CTV Atlantic’s Cami Kepke.