Ahead of spring break, Panama City Beach police send a warning: Don’t act like a criminal

PANAMA CITY BEACH — Law enforcement officials are working together to help keep the Beach safe this spring break. In a news conference Thursday at the Panama City Beach Police Department, state and local officials gathered in a united front to warn tourists that criminal activity will not be tolerated in Bay County this spring break season. “This is what unified government looks like, what a unified community looks like,” Chief J.R. Talamantez of the Beach Police said. “This is what it takes to keep the community safe in the best possible way. … Come here to have a good time, but if you act like a criminal, we’re going to treat you like one.” The press conference comes about…