Mardi Gras in Fresno's Tower District

FRESNO, California (KFSN) -- Party goers took over the streets of Fresno's Tower District Tuesday night to celebrate Mardi Gras. Hundreds of people lined up outside bars and restaurants.

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Fresno police were also out in full force. 100 officers were stationed in the tower. Department officials say they are especially focused on safety because of prior incidents.

In 2001, 20-thousand people showed up and started vandalizing businesses. Then, in 2007, four people were shot, include three police officers.

Police also conducted a curfew check -- to make sure teenagers weren't roaming around.

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