Nashville PD Chief 'Disappointed' Coronavirus Protocols Not Followed At Outdoor Religious Event

From the City of Nashville:

October 12, 2020

Chief John Drake today issued the following statement concerning Sunday’s religious event at Public Square Park:

“At a time when Nashville has been making real progress at controlling the spread of the coronavirus, I am greatly disappointed that the organizer of Sunday’s event and those in attendance did not better prioritize their health and the health of others through social distancing and the wearing of face coverings. Personal responsibility is a necessity regardless of the purpose for a public event.

The organizers of Sunday’s religious event did not have any advance communication with the MNPD, and the police department was not present. Going forward, the police department will work with its Metro government partners, including the Health Department, to more effectively facilitate proactive contact with any future event organizers to explain Nashville’s public health and safety expectations. We are also reviewing Sunday’s event along with the Metro Health Department.”

This press release was produced by the City of Nashville. The views expressed here are the author’s own.