COSTA MESA, Calif. (June 6, 2020) – The Costa Mesa Police Department (CMPD) will be monitoring a planned peaceful demonstration today, Saturday, June 6, 2020, in Costa Mesa. The peaceful demonstration is expected to start at 3:30 p.m. at Shiffer Park. There is a planned route to march three miles to Memorial Park in the City of Santa Ana and an itinerary with guest speakers. CMPD has been in contact with the organizer of this peaceful demonstration and will keep an open line of communication throughout the event to ensure a safe environment for the public and participants.
CMPD will post updates on their Twitter account @CostaMesaPD to inform the public on traffic alerts and potential street closures.
CMPD is dedicated to giving peaceful demonstrators a safe environment to exercise their First Amendment rights. While CMPD supports the public’s right to peaceably assemble and demonstrate, it does not tolerate violence, vandalism, and destruction of property. Those planning to attend are asked to please be safe, remain peaceful, respect others’ property, and report those individuals inciting violence and criminal activity.
We are thankful that all of the peaceful demonstrations that have occurred in the city have remained civil and appreciate the community support and feedback.
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