The City of Erie is stepping up enforcement of its youth curfew ordinance as part of an effort to keep young people safe during the summer months.
The curfew applies to anyone under the age of 18 and is in effect from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Erie Police say increased curfew patrols are one of several tools being used to help prevent crime and keep juveniles out of potentially dangerous situations during late-night hours.
Police Chief Rick Lorah says the goal is prevention, not punishment.
For many teens, summer means spending more time outdoors and with friends. But city officials are reminding young people that the curfew has long been in place and is designed to protect them from becoming involved in or victims of crime and violence…