NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — As CMA Fest officially begins, bringing thousands of country music fans to the streets of downtown Nashville, Metro Police are ramping up security to ensure a safe and smooth experience for all.
The department is treating the four-day event like a major security operation, deploying hundreds of officers throughout the downtown area and working closely with the Nashville Department of Transportation (NDOT) to install barriers and fencing.
Strategically placed median barriers and metal barricades can now be seen up and down Broadway, near Nissan Stadium, and around key stages and venues. The physical reinforcements are aimed at managing crowd flow and preventing potential vehicle-related threats in pedestrian-heavy zones…