Hoboken Mayor Could Be First In NJ To Urge Protestors To Self-Isolate, Get Covid-19 Test

Hoboken's mayor appears to be the first in New Jersey to urge George Floyd protestors to self-isolate and get COVID-19 tests.

Mayor of Hoboken Ravi Bhalla rallies last Friday.
Photo Credit: *Mayor of Hoboken Ravi Bhalla*

Police officers kneel in solidarity during Friday's Hoboken protest.
Photo Credit: *Mayor of Hoboken Ravi Bhalla*

Cecilia Levine

06/08/2020 12:27 p.m.

Mayor Ravi Bhalla on Sunday told anyone who attended Friday's protest along the waterfront to take precautions amid the coronavirus crisis.

"Friday’s demonstration was a powerful statement in the struggle for racial equality," the mayor said.

"At the same time, to keep our community safe, I ask any resident who attended the event to please schedule a COVID-19 test given the practical difficulties of social distancing at the demonstration."

City residents can make an appointment through Hoboken's partnership with Riverside Medical by calling 201-420-5621, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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