07/05/2024
Thanks to our City of Covington, GA - Government employees and volunteers for their support of special community events like this. Also, our Police officers and other first responders who are always working behind the scenes to ensure everyone's safety.
Last night's July 4th Independence in the Park fireworks celebration was a spectacular event to see. Unfortunately during our annual celebration on the square, groups of unsupervised teenagers committed reckless acts that were causing others to panic and run in fear. The Covington (Ga.) Police Department made several arrests at the event and made many leave the event because of their behavior. There were no injuries reported initially from the incidents that occurred, but many left early in fear of the actions of those in these crowds.
After each major event in our community, city department representatives meet to discuss multiple logistical issues of that event. The most important aspect of each event is obviously our patrons safety. The security concerns that occurred during the event will be discussed in detail to help enhance our safety protocols moving forward.
