Fort Worth police issued 326 citations and made 29 arrests during a recent crackdown on aggressive panhandling, focusing on high-traffic corridors following an increase in safety complaints.
City officials clarify that panhandling itself is legal. However, aggressive tactics like blocking cars, approaching occupied vehicles, or threatening people will get you cited or arrested under local ordinances, NewsRadio 1080 KRLD reported.
This crackdown stems from ongoing resident complaints and aims to connect panhandlers with social services when possible. Fort Worth PD says these operations will continue as the city balances public safety with outreach.
The DX Brief
- 326 citations issued, 29 arrests during enforcement push
- The operation targeted high-traffic corridors with rising safety complaints
- Panhandling is legal, but aggressive actions like blocking cars can trigger citations under local ordinances
- Police to continue operations and direct individuals to social services
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