Atlanta police ramp up security for Dogwood Festival after deadly Piedmont Park shooting

Atlanta police announced enhanced security measures for the 90th annual Dogwood Festival following a deadly shooting at Piedmont Park last Saturday that left one teen girl dead and another injured.

The three-day Dogwood Festival begins on Friday at Piedmont Park featuring fine art, live entertainment and fun for the whole family to enjoy.

“Additional officers will be placed in the park, on foot, on bicycle and horseback,” Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum said. “We have additional officers who will be on foot, vehicle and motorcycle patrolling the streets into Piedmont Park.”…

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