The Fresno Police Department was out patrolling the area of Manchester Center during the ‘No Kings’ demonstration that brought thousands to the event.
Officers were out to make sure the demonstration was peaceful and that people remained on the sidewalk and away from the median on Blackstone Avenue, near Shields.
Hundreds turned out for the No Kings demonstration, and so far, there have been no issues.
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“We have flexed additional personnel to work the area,” Fresno police Lt. David Madrigal said. “Our patrol efforts are to maintain high visibility as well as enforcement action if needed. We have been working with the event coordinator to establish event guidelines. Our officers are also monitoring any potential counterprotests. Overall, we expect a safe event where people can demonstrate peacefully.”
Police said 25 citations were issued; four warnings were given; one vehicle was towed for reckless driving, and six misdemeanor citations related to vehicle code were issued.
The demonstration started at 9 a.m.
In Clovis, where hundreds showed, no issues were reported, police said.
A Fresno police patrol officer watches for traffic at Blackstone and Shields avenues during the ‘No Kings’ demonstration