News Releases

Mobile Mystics, Maids of Mirth, Butterfly Maidens, Krewe of Marry Mates

Feb 6th, 2010

File Number: Mardi Gras-2010


A crowd estimated at 29,084 people viewed the daytime parade, and 31,508 people viewed the nighttime parade. Numerous floats and bands entertained the spectators viewing the parade.

According to police reports no major incidents were reported. The Mobile Police Department issued a total of 18 parking tickets, towed 15 vehicles, and issued two barricade tickets. Police arrested one adult for a misdemeanor, and seized one gun.

Traffic both to and from the parades flowed smoothly with no major incidents.

Reported by Interim Chief Lester Hargrove

Officer Christopher Levy
Public Information Office
Office: 208-1926
Fax: 208-1758