SHREVEPORT, La. — The Shreveport Police Department ramped up safety precautions downtown over the weekend in response to public concern following a large Halloween night brawl.
According to SPD, more than 50 officers were on duty at a time, including assistance from the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office and the Louisiana State Police. The department also received aerial support from the DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office helicopter unit.
The extra patrols came as large crowds were expected downtown for several weekend events, including the Boosie Black Tie Experience at the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium…