Last summer, Boise Police Officer Cameron Kolos invited representatives from local concert venues to a meeting to discuss “recent issues with Reggaeton and other similar type events,” according to emails obtained by the Idaho Statesman.
In meetings and emails, officers alleged that Reggaeton events drew gang members and in an internal report said that shows often had cartel ties. Police recommended local venues adopt dress codes and age restrictions on certain shows to prevent problems such as underage drinking and fights, according to internal documents and the chief.
But the dress codes drew criticism as being racist and discriminatory, and one venue eventually reversed its actions after a meeting with Latino advocates…