Staff warned of rave dangers

A top police official said Thursday that authorities warned staff at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and event promoters about the potential for unruly crowds and drug abuse at a weekend rave that led to the death of a 15-year-old girl. AP in the Daily News,

Deputy Chief Pat Gannon said through a spokeswoman that police didn't attempt to have the 14th annual Electric Daisy Carnival canceled. However, he indicated it was common knowledge there could be trouble, given that such events are notorious for illicit drug use.