(BEIRUT, LEBANON) — The Lebanese police asked citizens to once again refrain from firing celebratory gunshots during the World Cup final game this weekend.
In a statement, the Internal Security Forces urged Lebanese citizens “not to fire shots or fireworks, sit on top of vehicles, or stand inside them as they cheer for their football teams.”
The statement goes on to say, “Such incidents could lead to loss of lives, injuries, disturbance, fear and scuffles between residents in a neighborhood. These acts are also against the law.”
Despite repeated warnings by police last week, Lebanese fired celebratory gunfire and fireworks after Brazil’s defeat in the semifinal.