TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) – Florida A&M University’s homecoming week is in full swing, and as thousands of Rattlers and alumni pour into Tallahassee, local law enforcement agencies are ramping up efforts to ensure a safe celebration.
FAMU Police Chief Audrey Alexander said the department is working closely with Tallahassee Police, the Leon County Sheriff’s Office and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
This year, safety measures include increased patrols in heavily populated areas and aerial surveillance, with drones monitored in real time.
“It’s a lot that’s been going on, not just in the world but in the US and HBCU community,” Alexander said. “This is a wonderful time of the year. I want everyone to have a good time, but be responsible adults. We need everyone to look out for each other.”
A clear bag policy is in effect for all events, and no weapons are allowed on campus.
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TPD Deputy Chief Maurice Holmes said it’s important to secure valuables, lock car doors and stay alert.
“We will have tens of thousands of people here in our city, they will be coming from all over the country,” he said. “We want everyone to come and have a good time and leave the same way they came.”
University officials announced Althea Gibson Way will be closed through Friday from Robert and Trudy Perkins Way to Kissimmee Street.
The week’s festivities include a Breast Cancer Awareness Walk and a star-studded concert on Thursday night.
Excitement is building for Saturday’s annual homecoming parade and football game against Alcorn State University, kicking off at 4 p.m.
Click here for a full homecoming event lineup.
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