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Oct 21, 2007 5:03 pm US/Eastern
Police Increase Security For Game 7 At Fenway
BOSTON (WBZ) ―
In an effort to control crowds around Fenway Park during and after Sunday night's game, Boston Police are going to be restricting access to the area. These precautions are being taken to help avoid the chaos that happened during the 2004 playoffs.
"Regardless of the outcome of tonight's game, we expect full cooperation from the fans," said Boston mayor Tom Menino. "The police are here for your public safety. We look forward to a safe, enjoyable night this evening."
Emerson College student Victoria Snelgrove was killed on Oct. 21, 2004 while celebrating a Red Sox playoff series win over the New York Yankees. She was struck by a pepper-pellet shot by Boston Police as thousands of fans packed the streets around the ballpark.
According to Commissioner Ed Davis, the restrictions will be put in place at the top of the seventh inning. "If you do not have a ticket or are not already inside an establishment, you will not be able to gain access to Fenway Park or to the adjacent streets and businesses around Fenway Park."
According to police, they have already talked to bars and colleges in the area. Bars have been asked to not admit patrons after the seventh inning, and students have been warned that if they get arrested, they will face disciplinary action from their colleges.
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