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- Taylor Swift entourage outrages Toronto residents as police escorts create traffic delays (foxnews.com)
Taylor Swift Arrives in Toronto with Police Escort
Pop icon Taylor Swift has arrived in Toronto for her upcoming six-show tour. However, her grand entrance has sparked controversy due to the excessive police escort that greeted her.
The motorcade, led by the Toronto Police Department, caused significant traffic delays in the city. Locals expressed frustration, arguing that it was unnecessary for a celebrity to receive such special treatment, especially during Toronto’s already-congested traffic hours.
Heightened Security Due to Past Threats
The Toronto Police justified the large escort, citing security concerns after three of Swift’s concerts were canceled in August due to a terrorism threat in Vienna. Officials arrested three suspects who allegedly planned to bomb her shows.
As a result, Toronto Police spokesperson Nadine Ramadan explained that they are taking extra precautions to ensure public safety during Swift’s performances. She noted that the police escort was supplemented by Swift’s own security team.
Swifties Embrace Traffic
Despite the traffic chaos, fans of Swift, known as “Swifties,” remained positive. One concertgoer wrote in an essay that the bumper-to-bumper traffic was filled with “Swiftie smiles and sparkles.” Many fans dressed up in costumes inspired by Swift’s songs, turning the traffic jam into a celebration of their shared love for the pop star.