First responders are expecting a lot of activity during IUP’s Homecoming weekend.
IUP and Indiana Borough Police will be joined by state troopers, the county District Attorney’s office and the Indiana County Sheriffs office for the extra enforcement efforts over the celebratory weekend, and there will be many efforts in play to make sure people stay safe. Indiana County DA Robert Manzi said that will include undercover officers and confidential informants.
Indiana Borough Police Chief Justin Schawl says the department is well aware how many more opportunities for problems when there is an influx of visitors to the area or when there are road closures in place, like for the Homecoming Parade tomorrow.
He added that prevention will be the top priority.
Along with DUI and public intoxication, authorities will also be ready for any parties that get out of control. People are reminded that if they see something suspicious, call 911 immediately.
