San Francisco Officials Announce Police Deployment Aimed At Protecting Tourists

By CBS San Francisco Staff:

SAN FRANCISCO (CBS SF) — Officials in San Francisco on Monday announced plans to increase police foot and bicycle patrols in areas heavily traveled by tourists to safeguard visitors who might be targeted by thieves.

Mayor London N. Breed and San Francisco Police Chief Bill Scott appeared at the landmark Dragon’s Gate in Chinatown to provide details on the new community policing plan and additional officer deployment. With reduced COVID-19 restrictions allowing for the return of travelers to the city, officials estimate over 15.3 million visitors could come to San Francisco by year’s end.

“It’s not enough to restore tourist trust, but it’s a start. That’s the plan,” said Mayor Breed. “You have to prove it. You have to build trust and people have to have better experiences in order to see that happen.”

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