Gavin Newsom’s California: Public Library in Antioch Abruptly Closes Because of Rampant Crime, Vandalism, People Using Drugs and Having Sexual Intercourse Inside the Library “In Full View of Patrons and Staff”
The Antioch Community Library in Contra Costa, California was abruptly closed on Saturday. A statement posted to the Contra Costa County Library website gave the reason as, “repeated dangerous incidents in the last few months that have threatened the safety and security of patrons and staff.” A library spokesperson added people were using drugs and having sexual intercourse inside the library and on library property “in full view of patrons and staff.” Contra Costa County is located in the East Bay region, just east of crime-ridden Oakland and San Francisco.
Antioch Community Library, photo via Contra Costa County Library Administration
The announcement for the closure effective Saturday was posted on Friday:
Antioch Library Closed Until Further Notice
February 16,
