As day one concludes at the Republican National Convention, the city of Cleveland held a briefing on the day's crime.
Two major protests were held during the day. One of about 150 participants, the other had about 300 participants, Cleveland Police Chief Calvin Williams said. Both ended peacefully.
"We had one arrest earlier in the day," Williams said.
Williams said a knife, gas masks and a sling shot were found by police.
"We confiscated those items," Williams said.
#RNCinCLE: a few smaller demonstrations, few arrests, some things confiscated in secure zone include a small knife, gas masks & a slingshot
— Cleveland Police (@CLEpolice) July 18, 2016
The department did not put a number on people expected at the convention, but the population continues to grow as of yesterday, he said.
Open carrying during the convention has not been a problem for officers as of Monday.
Open carry demonstrations occurred today, officers were on scene to monitor. No arrests at these demonstrations.
— Cleveland Police (@CLEpolice) July 18, 2016
As for the question of demonstrations at night, Williams said the department will be ready.
"There are no scheduled protests after 6 p.m.," Williams said. "We'll be prepared if there are, like we've been for six days."
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