Press Release

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File Number: Mardi Gras

A crowd estimated at approximately 85,377 viewed tonight’s parade. Numerous floats and bands entertained the spectators viewing the parade.

According to police reports, there were no major police incidents. However, the Mobile Police Department reported a total of (0) zero felony adult arrests, (9) nine adult misdemeanor arrests, (2) two juvenile misdemeanor arrests, (35) thirty-five parking tickets were issued, (9) nine vehicles were towed and (0) Barricade ticket was written. Traffic both to and from the parade flowed smoothly with no reports of major problems.

Reported by Interim Chief Lester Hargrove

Officer Ronald S. Wallace
Public Information Office
Office: 208-1715
Fax: 208-1758