Police: We Didn't Cut Chappelle's Power (Plus Official Crowd Count)

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Portland Police are putting the kibosh on one rumor surrounding comedian Dave Chappelle's impromptu performance on Pioneer Courthouse Square last night.

The cops did not cut Chappelle's power, police spokeswoman Detective Mary Wheat told WW this morning.

Also, police today came out with an official crowd count for the event: 2,500 fans.

A news release from the Police Bureau this morning says Chappelle's personnel worked with police, who ensured the MAX could move through the crowd and temporarily closed off a section of Southwest Broadway.

No arrests were made, and police escorted Chappelle to his hotel after the performance, the news release says.