A Las Vegas Metro officer looks on as revelers fill the street during New Year’s Eve on Monday, Dec. 31, 2012, on the Strip.
Friday, April 1, 2016 | 11:09 a.m.
Metro Police say they're increasing the number of officers on foot patrol on the Strip.
The added police presence will begin Saturday and continue through Labor Day on Sept. 5, police said.
It's part of the annual "Safe Strip" plan to accommodate the tourism destination's busy summer season, when 12 million visitors are expected to swell the city's famous corridor.
The extra uniformed officers will be patrolling during the weekends, holidays and major events.
Police said the effort will be paid for by hotel and casino properties on the Strip and that the officers will enforce laws and be available to help vacationers get information to "enhance their experience."
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