BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Rochester just banned crowds of 10 or more people in public spaces at night without a permit. The decision comes after a surge in gun violence, similar to what has happened in Buffalo.
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Rochester Mayor Malik Evans announced the restrictions Thursday.
I spoke with Buffalo community members about whether they think a ban similar to that would work here.
"I think the 21 and over would be sufficient," said one person.
"I think that is crazy that they're doing that to people now," another person said.
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"It would be hard to enforce, and then it could get ugly too when they do try to step in and enforce," said one person.
"Same thing happened in Albany," another person said. "No, you're taking away the freedom of people."
Barricades were back up along Chippewa Street on Friday as the city moves forward with its weekend restrictions.
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