Providing safety on game day
ECU Police deal with a weather delay during the ECU vs. NC A&T game on Sept. 1. (Photo by Cliff Hollis)
Several hours before kickoff and even before the first barbecue sandwich is served at a tailgate, ECU police officers have started game day preparations. Their objective is simple: make sure everyone in attendance has a safe place to cheer on their team.
ECU officers and other local law enforcement agencies meet a few hours before the start of each home game to go over last-minute details. Officers then head to their designated posts, which include the tailgate lots, the perimeter of the stadium and traffic duty.
Throughout the game, officers provide directions, manage rowdiness, check in on individuals struggling with heat exhaustion or even evacuate the stadium when hazardous weather rolls in.
College football is a passionate thing and Lt. Chris Sutton said the officers are excited to participate in the game day experience.
-by Reed Wolfley, ECU News Services