Police Issue 88 Citations for Public Drinking, 46 for Public Urination on Parade Day

The event's attendance appeared to be the largest in years.

That, according to a release issued on Monday, March 14, by the Morristown Police Department regarding the annual Morris County St. Patrick's Day Parade, on March 12.

There were some isolated incidents that occurred mostly after the parade had ended, according to the release. "The crowds were managed and any problems were handled," according to the release.

All public safety agencies involved worked together to ensure that the event was safe and enjoyable for all that attended, as stated in the press release. The Morristown Police were assisted by officers from several other jurisdictions, who "contributed significantly to helping us reach our goal," according to the release. Detective Lt. Steve Sarinelli said, compared to other parade days, the amount of violations, citations and arrests were comparable and that those this year represented only a small fraction of the tens of thousands of people who celebrated on Saturday.

Criminal arrests on parade day included three assaults; one arrest for sexual contact; six disorderly conduct/improper behavior fighting arrests; one arrest for under age possession and consumption of alcohol; and two arrests on charges of trespassing.

Local ordinance violation citations were much higher, with 88 issued for drinking in public and 46 issued for urinating in public. There also was one littering violation citation issued, according to the release.