LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — The East Lansing Police Division is highlighting security with a busy soccer weekend on the horizon, as Michigan State College and the College of Michigan are set to battle on the gridiron Saturday night time.
Lt. Adrian Ojerio says that plenty of preparation is required to make sure public security throughout arguably the busiest weekend of the yr for East Lansing.
“There are approximately 200+ officers that come in to support Michigan State University’s Police Department during the game,” mentioned Ojerio.
He provides that many of those officers help ELPD with pre-game and post-game operations, managing crowds and making certain that “everybody has a really wonderful experience.”
“We want to make sure that good choices and safe choices are made,” mentioned Ojerio.
Earlier than talking with 6 Information on Thursday, Ojerio attended a security assembly the place first responders mentioned the place and the way they might be positioned on recreation day.
He provides that officers will likely be focusing their consideration on drunk driving to “make sure that not only the drivers are safe, but people walking around.”
Folks indulging within the festivities ought to be sure to have a secure solution to get residence, both by utilizing a service comparable to Uber or Lyft or by having a chosen driver. MSU additionally affords secure rides for college kids.
Ojerio says that some of the vital issues to do on a probably hectic recreation day is easy: when you see one thing, say one thing.
“That’s most likely the largest recommendation that we can provide to most individuals. There’s going to be lots of people round and a number of eyes. Should you see one thing, just remember to’re calling 911 immediately. And that is not solely only for legislation enforcement. That may be for public security, like an ambulance.
“Should you see anyone that’s struggling, perhaps they’re simply having a medical incident, please name us immediately.
“Don’t wait and think that they can take care of it themselves or time will take care of it. Call the professionals, call the firefighters, and we’ll come in and we’ll make sure that everybody has a safe weekend.”
