PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) – The city’s Board of Licenses has approved a hip-hop concert at the Dunkin’ Donuts Center despite concerns about gang violence.

Police warned that a concert by James Jones scheduled for March 29 presents an “extreme threat” to public safety. Jones is affiliated with the Bloods gang and Providence is home to members of the rival Crips gang.

“I think the potential for violence is great,” Detective Sgt. Michael Wheeler said at a public hearing about the concert on Wednesday.

But the Board of Licenses approved the event despite worries that there could be trouble if a “high-profile Blood” visits a city with Crips gang members.

Board members and some state legislators said numerous police and security officers will be on hand to keep the concert safe.

“This venue knows how to run a show,” said board vice chairman and state Rep. Gordon D. Fox, House majority leader.

Promoters also told licensing officials that performers will arrive by bus and not be allowed to enter the arena until 10 minutes before the show.

The center has banned alcohol sales for the night and fans entering the show will be screened with hand-held metal detectors.

The “Street Dreams Tour” also includes artists Lil’ Wayne and Young Jeezy.