Expect More Cops On Fremont Street

There will be an increased police presence on Fremont Street in an effort to deal with overly aggressive street performers and panhandlers. Mayor Carolyn Goodman along with Sheriff Doug Gillespie announced yesterday a collaborative effort to deal with rising complaints. Currently there are nine officers and a sergeant patrolling the street on a typical night. There is now a "no touch rule" and signage telling people they don't have to tip someone to take a picture. There have also been complaints that some performers are demanding $20 for a photo.
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