#LexPD in riot gear now out on State Street as the crowd grows. pic.twitter.com/bNDoQMe5pC
— Paris Lewbel (@PLewbel) March 27, 2015
Kentucky fans once again gathered on State Street following UK’s beatdown of West Virginia on Thursday. Unlike past celebrations, this time around was mostly peaceful, with a few small fires reported and one arrest for alcohol intoxication.
Why did they take to the streets for an Elite 8 appearance you ask? We are still trying to figure that one out.
Police statement:
.@lexkypolice charged one person w/alcohol intoxication. The rest of the night was a "success" for safe celebrations. pic.twitter.com/spZG4Ijwuj
— HLpublicsafety (@HLpublicsafety) March 27, 2015
Revelry:
The crowd is continuing to grow along State Street. Some t-shirts and boxes are being set on fire by fans. #Wildcats pic.twitter.com/wF8wZ48ojj
— Paris Lewbel (@PLewbel) March 27, 2015
And more fire. UK fans are shouting, singing, jumping and having a real good time. pic.twitter.com/6YzvnvWXpI
— HLpublicsafety (@HLpublicsafety) March 27, 2015
We just caught one of about four fires that have been started by fans. They're shouting and fist pumping. pic.twitter.com/Yoqb2RrjsI
— HLpublicsafety (@HLpublicsafety) March 27, 2015
Lots of fans are asking to take pics with #LexPD officers in riot gear along State Street. pic.twitter.com/AGQ1ncHRtH
— Paris Lewbel (@PLewbel) March 27, 2015
Always listen to mom kids:
S/O to Mom. Don't worry I won't get arrested but I make no promises about burning furniture. #StateStreet pic.twitter.com/j55Of1qWmB
— Maegen Satterly (@MaegenBrooke) March 26, 2015
As far as I know, no couches were harmed.
*Gallery image: Screenshot- @HLpublicsafety
