Atlantic City Police: 8 P.M. Curfew Implemented After Peaceful George Floyd Protest 'Transitioned To Criminal Activity'
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (CBS) -- Police say an 8 p.m. curfew has been implemented in Atlantic City after a peaceful protest demanding justice for George Floyd "transitioned to criminal activity." The curfew will last until 6 a.m.
"During this time, only those individuals that are traveling to or from work or seeking medial/police assistance will be permitted. All others are subject to arrest," police said in a statement.
Police trying to take control back warning people (including me) to disperse or be arrested. pic.twitter.com/sKPmemC0Pz
— Amy S. Rosenberg (@amysrosenberg) May 31, 2020
Atlantic City police say that many people took part in a peaceful protest earlier in the day but it has since devolved.
"Unfortunately, the peaceful protest that took place earlier by many has transitioned to criminal activity now taking place by a few. If you can, avoid Atlantic City at this time," police tweeted.
Philadelphia Inquirer reporter Amy Rosenberg reports the Nike store was looted.
Looting at the Nike store like a block from the heavy police presence in Atlantic City. pic.twitter.com/wO6k4E1oK7
— Amy S. Rosenberg (@amysrosenberg) May 31, 2020
A window to Brooks Brothers was also smashed.
Atlantic City pic.twitter.com/4fsxag0LhJ
— Amy S. Rosenberg (@amysrosenberg) May 31, 2020
No injuries have been reported.
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