LASD warns public to celebrate Dodgers responsibly – NBC Los Angeles

Unruly Dodger fans in East Los Angeles celebrated the team’s victory Saturday with a street takeover that included fireworks on Whittier Boulevard and donuts in the middle of intersections, prompting a response from law enforcement.

Now, the one The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department is warning fans to celebrate responsibly as the Boys in Blue continue to compete for a World Series title against the New York Yankees.

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In a social media post, LASD encouraged the public to cheer on the team and celebrate them when they win; but the department also issued a warning.

“Unruly, illegal behavior will not be tolerated,” the sheriff’s department said online.

“This is a moment for community pride and unity as we support our home team; however, it is essential to do so safely,” LASD said in a statement.

Among the illegal behaviors witnessed by the department that it condemns are vandalism, illegal assemblies and public intoxication.

“Such actions can detract from the joy of the occasion and compromise the safety of our community,” the department continued in its statement. “People who engage in illegal behavior will be held accountable.”

The Dodgers lead the Yankees 2-0 in the World Series. They will next face their East Coast rival in the Empire State on Monday at 5:08 PM PST.

Dozens of deputies took to the streets of East Los Angeles to break up a celebration that included street takeovers and illegal fireworks.