SAN JOSE – In the South Bay, a series of underground events known as pop-up markets are attracting the attention of law enforcement. The unpermitted pop-ups events often have illegal sales of food, alcohol, drugs, and in one case, violence.
The parking lot is actually owned by the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority. According to this flyer circulated on social media, the un-permitted event was planned weeks in advance. Ross said the signs in the parking lot where the event took place are very clear - the parking lot is only to be used for parking while riding transit and any other use is not allowed.
The question is: Why would a VTA employee be involved in an unpermitted, unsanctioned event on VTA property?
In San Francisco the open air fencing operations already are thriving. San Jose is trying to catch up with this criminal enterprise.