With the 200th anniversary of Savannah's St. Patrick's Day Parade drawing record crowds over the weekend, law enforcement increased police presence, which resulted in a high number of arrests. SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Several law enforcement agencies lined the streets and squares in downtown Savannah last weekend for the 200th anniversary St. Patrick’s Day parade. Mayor Van Johnson s SAVANNAH, GA (March 21, 2023) – Savannah Police Department wrapped up its two-day St. Patrick’s operations with 12 arrests in the event zone. “This year, SPD saw the lowest number of arrests the department has seen in years,” Chief Lenny Gunther said. “The St. Patrick’s events were a success, with families, visitors, and locals gathering [] SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - This St. Patrick’s Day there will be changes to how people are processed if they are arrested during the celebration. This could mean a longer wait behind bars before facing a judge. In past years, the city would have a command post where they would quickly process St The department closed out its two-day St. Patrick’s operations with a total of 12 arrests in the event zone. “The St. Patrick’s events were a success, with families, visitors, and locals [] In comparison, SPD made 17 arrests in 2022, 33 in 2019, 20 in 2018 and 54 in 2017. These totals do not include arrests made by SPD’s Traffic Unit or Georgia State Patrol. SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Law enforcement was out this weekend working to keep you safe in Savannah for the 200th St. Patrick’s Day parade and celebrations that followed. Looking at the Chatham County Detention Center’s 72 hour bookings, it appears that there were at least 54 DUI arrests this weekend and several arrests for disorderly conduct WTOC spoke with officials from the Savannah Police Department along with the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office who all said in their eyes, this weekend was a success. Crowds filled the streets of downtown Savannah for the 200th anniversary of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Among the various topics discussed at the final press briefing before the 2025 St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Wednesday, City of Savannah leaders spoke about the spate of unrelated shootings this SAVANNAH, GA (March 22, 2022) – Savannah Police Department wrapped up its four-day St. Patrick’s Day operations with 17 arrests in the operation zone. “We were extremely pleased with results of the 2022 celebration,” Chief Roy Minter said. “The majority of the visitors were well behaved and enjoyed themselves without excessive over-indulgence or illegal activity. [] The Savannah Police Department released its crime and arrest statistics on Tuesday from its two-day St. Patrick's Day operations, touting the lowest numbers in years. Read more: Savannah public safety officials gear up for a busy Saint Patrick's Day weekend SAVANNAH, GA (March 22, 2022) – Savannah Police Department wrapped up its four-day St. Patrick’s Day operations with 17 arrests in the operation zone. “We were extremely pleased with results of the 2022 celebration,” Chief Roy Minter said. “The majority of the visitors were well behaved and enjoyed themselves without excessive over-indulgence or illegal activity. [] SAVANNAH, GA (March 21, 2023) – Savannah Police Department wrapped up its two-day St. Patrick’s operations with 12 arrests in the event zone. “This year, SPD saw the lowest number of arrests the department has seen in years,” Chief Lenny Gunther said. “The St. Patrick’s events were a success, with families, visitors, and locals gathering [] St. Patrick’s Day Mass March 17, 2025 – confirmed Time: 8:00 a.m. Location: Historic District Establishment: Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist Cost: Free Learn More. St. Patrick’s Day Parade March 17, 2025 – confirmed Time: Starts at 10:15 a.m. Location: Historic District Address: Starts at Gwinnett St & Abercorn St Cost: Free SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Chatham Area Transit Authority (CAT) services will be impacted by the St. Patrick’s Day festivities starting on Saturday. There will be a zero-fare service from 4:30 a.m Below video: St. Patrick's Day in Savannah, 1954 The grand marshal will join others to pour dye into the fountain, which will turn the water green in under 30 minutes. This Sunday, the Celtic SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Law enforcement was out this weekend working to keep you safe in Savannah for the 200th St. Patrick’s Day parade and celebrations that followed. SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - This St. Patrick’s Day there will be changes to how people are processed if they are arrested during the celebration. This could mean a longer wait behind bars before facing a judge. In past years, the city would have a command post where they would quickly process St SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — The Savannah Police Department (SPD) saw the lowest number of St. Patrick’s Day weekend arrests than seen in recent years. The department closed out its two-day St. Pat Hey y’all! My name is Victoria DiNatale. This year, I am running to be Savannah’s Miss St. Patrick’s Day! I’m 30 years old and a huge anti-bullying advocate in the community. At 4’11,” I am basically a leprechaun! 😂 Please vote for me daily through March 11! Thank you in advance. ️👑🍀 Vote Victoria as Miss St. Patrick’s Day!
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