@japdmedia26: Las Vegas, Nevada, United States 🇺🇸 — Clark County has launched a new campaign warning tourists that tipping street performers or paying for character photos is not mandatory. Digital billboards along the Las Vegas Strip began displaying the message on October 16, following complaints about aggressive money demands from costumed performers. The signs read: "When watching performances or taking a photo, tipping is NOT required." Officials say the campaign targets pressure and harassment, not voluntary tipping. Visitors who feel threatened are also advised to seek help from police. The initiative follows a September 30 incident outside Planet Hollywood involving two tourists from North Carolina and women dressed as showgirls. According to a police report, the tourists paid $20 for photos. Performer Jennifer Ortiz allegedly followed them and demanded an additional $60 to $180. A confrontation followed, leaving both visitors injured. Ortiz and Magdellena Romero were arrested. Ortiz faces battery and obtaining money under false pretenses charges, while Romero faces a battery charge. The allegations have not been established as convictions. Clark County Commissioner Michael Naft told FOX5: "It negatively impacts the economic lifeblood of not just Clark County but the entire state tax base is dependent on the Las Vegas Strip." The campaign aims to protect visitors and support the city's tourism industry. Officials stress that tourists can choose whether to tip. Travel tip: Before posing for photos with street performers, ask about any expected fee. Never feel pressured to pay money you did not agree to. Source: Fox News, FOX5 Las Vegas and reported police records. #LasVegas #Nevada #USA #JenniferOrtiz #japd

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