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Beverly Hills Police To Go On ‘Full Alert’ This Weekend, Will Shut Down Rodeo Drive On Election Day

Jeffrey Cawood
Beverly Hills Police To Go On ‘Full Alert’ This Weekend, Will Shut Down Rodeo Drive On Election Day
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The Beverly Hills Police Department announced on Monday that the force would go on “full alert” beginning on Halloween and continuing through next week due to possible social unrest. Officers will have backup from other law enforcement personnel and private security teams. Meanwhile, the city plans to shut down one of the most iconic streets lining its posh shopping district on Election Day.

In a video posted on the city’s social media platforms, Beverly Hills Police Chief Dominick Rivetti said luxury goods retailers “may choose to limit operations during this time.” He indicated Rodeo Drive would be closed on November 3 and the following day from Santa Monica Boulevard to Wilshire Boulevard, a stretch worldly renowned for its elegant fashion boutiques.

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