Desperate Pokemon GO fans are asking if they can go to JAIL just to catch 'em all

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Pokémon GO fans trying to catch 'em all have been told that they cannot go to JAIL just to see if any little monsters are hiding out there.As the Nintendo gaming frenzy continues, authorities have cracked down on players who have requested access to their local prison just to track their missing Pokémon.

The Covina Police Department in California has issued a warning on Twitter after two people called them to ask for jail access.

"Attention Pokémon Go players ... you may NOT access our jail. Please do not call and inquire [sic]," wrote police officer Tim Doonan on Twitter.

A roadside sign placed by California's Coronado City was placed to "encourage Pokémon players to use caution when out and about," reading “No Pokemon and driving".

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Tim Doonan @TimDoonanCPD

Attention Pokemon Go players.....you may NOT access our jail. Please do not call and inquire. @CovinaPD

11:33 PM - 14 Jul 2016

 
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The authority tweeted: "Have fun but be careful!"

The tweet came soon one from LA Country from a fire department keen to stop people blocking their lines with calls about the game.

City of Coronado

Sign reading 'No Pokemon and driving' was placed at the side of a road in Coronado City

"Please do not dial 911 or impact fire stations regarding Pokémon GO. 911 is for EMERGENCIES ONLY," tweeted LA County Fire Department.

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*ATTENTION* Please do not dial 911 or impact fire stations regarding POKEMON GO. 911 is for EMERGENCIES ONLY.

10:38 PM - 14 Jul 2016

 
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Fire inspector Richard Licon told LA Times that gamers should be aware: "Although it’s not your emergency, it’s someone else’s emergency you are slowing down."

Source:TheMirror

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