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society1 year ago

"Tybee Island Implements Safety Measures to Manage Spring Break Crowds"

Tybee Island, Georgia, is preparing for the annual Orange Crush beach party, which has historically drawn large crowds of Black college students and led to chaos and safety concerns. The city plans to increase police presence, block off parking, and close streets in an effort to control the event, sparking criticism of racial bias. While officials cite public safety concerns, critics argue that the crackdown unfairly targets Black visitors and perpetuates racial stereotypes.

via NBC News|
#black-students#georgia#orange-crush
social-issues1 year ago

"Tybee Island Implements Measures to Control Annual Orange Crush Gathering"

Tybee Island, Georgia, is implementing a police crackdown and road closures to curb the annual Orange Crush beach party, which draws thousands of Black college students and has caused public safety concerns in the past. While officials claim the measures are for public safety, critics argue that the response appears to unfairly target Black visitors and may be racially motivated. The event has sparked controversy and raised questions about racial discrimination and over-policing, with some residents and officials expressing concerns about the impact on local businesses and the community.

via CBS News|
#black-college-students#orange-crush#police-crackdown
social-issues1 year ago

"Tybee Island Implements Measures to Control Orange Crush Gathering Chaos"

Tybee Island, Georgia, is preparing for the annual Orange Crush beach party, which has historically drawn large crowds of Black college students and led to chaos and safety concerns. The city is implementing roadblocks, extra police presence, and parking closures in an effort to control the event, sparking criticism of racial bias. While officials claim the measures are for public safety, critics argue that the crackdown unfairly targets Black visitors and perpetuates racial tensions. The event's organizers deny promoting unpermitted activities, and the community remains divided over the handling of the annual gathering.

via The Associated Press|
#black-students#orange-crush#police-presence
law-enforcement2 years ago

"Tybee Island Ensures Safety Amidst Turnt Beach Party and Hot Temperatures"

Tybee Island in Georgia is experiencing an unpermitted beach party called "Turnt Island" over the Fourth of July weekend, prompting an increased police presence. The city faced criticism for its handling of previous unpermitted events, and law enforcement agencies, including the Georgia Department of Natural Resources and the Chatham County Sheriff's Department, are working together to maintain order and ensure compliance with local laws. Authorities are urging attendees to drive safely, obey ordinances, and enjoy the weekend responsibly.

via WSAV-TV|
#beach-party#increased-police-presence#law-enforcement
crime2 years ago

Arrest Made in Tybee Island Beach Brawl and Robbery.

A woman has been arrested for a brutal attack on a Tybee Island beach that was caught on video. The victim and her adult daughter were attacked and robbed by a large group of people. The suspect, Jasmine Murphey, shared the videos of the attack on social media with the comment that she had been "leaving her footprint on Tybee Island." She has been charged with aggravated assault and robbery. The police department is urging anyone with information regarding the incident or the identities of the attackers to contact Detective TJ LeGuin.

via FOX 5 Atlanta|
#arrest#assault#crime
crime2 years ago

Tybee Island Braces for Large Crowds and Controversial Beach Parties.

AJ's Dockside Restaurant in Tybee Island, Georgia, has announced its closure on Saturday due to threats made towards another beach party expected to draw crowds. Tybee Island Police are investigating the threats and taking the situation seriously after last week's chaos during Orange Crush weekend. The city will increase its police presence for the Peach Fest weekend and receive help from Georgia State Patrol, Chatham County police, and other nearby emergency departments.

via WSB Atlanta|
#beach-party#crime#police
safety2 years ago

Tybee Island Braces for Potential Violence and Closes Restaurant Amid Rumors.

A-J's Dockside Restaurant on Tybee Island will be closed on Saturday due to rumors of a second unpermitted beach party, Peach Fest, and social media threats of gun violence. The restaurant cited concerns for the safety of its staff as the reason for the closure. Officials on Tybee Island are preparing for a similar sized crowd as what the island saw last weekend during Orange Crush.

via WJCL News Savannah|
#a-js-dockside-restaurant#orange-crush#peach-fest
safety2 years ago

Tybee Island Braces for Potential Violence During Upcoming Event

The Tybee Island Police Department is on high alert for another potential unpermitted event called Peach Fest, which is being promoted online. The police department is taking seriously a message circulating online that said there is "going to be a gang shootout on Tybee Island at Peach Fest so nobody go to Tybee this weekend." City leaders are calling in extra first responders and putting additional lighting out in parking lots at the south end of the island.

via WTOC|
#extra-first-responders#peach-fest#police-alert
crime2 years ago

Tybee Island prepares for potential violence at upcoming beach event.

Tybee Island police are aware of a social media threat of gun violence targeting this weekend's rumored large gathering at Peach Fest. The police department is taking the message seriously and has shared it with law enforcement partners. Officials are preparing for the event as they did for last weekend's Orange Crush, which caused gridlock in the area. Chatham County Police will have additional staffing for traffic control and emergency response on Highway 80, and drivers should expect delays.

via WJCL News Savannah|
#crime#gun-violence#law-enforcement
crime2 years ago

Violent Attacks and Threats Plague Tybee Island's Spring Break Events.

A mother and daughter were beaten and robbed by multiple individuals during the unpermitted 2023 Orange Crush event on Tybee Island, Georgia. A video of the attack has gone viral, prompting police to issue an arrest warrant for one person involved and ask for the public's help in identifying others. The event hosted people who traveled from as far away as New York and Maryland, making it difficult for officials to identify everyone involved.

via WSB Atlanta|
#assault#beach-party#crime
crime2 years ago

Chaos and Arrests at Georgia Beach Parties During Spring Break

The Tybee Police Department made 18 arrests, issued 37 traffic citations, and 53 code enforcement violations during the unpermitted Orange Crush beach party, which is the unofficial spring break beach party for students of Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the South. Police are preparing for another beach party next weekend after rumors surfaced. The event returned to Tybee Island in full force after its relocation to Jacksonville Beach, Florida, two years ago.

via WSB Atlanta|
#arrests#beach-party#code-enforcement
crime2 years ago

Tybee Island Braces for Another Beach Bash Amidst Safety Concerns.

Tybee Island Police Department is investigating an assault and robbery case after a woman reported that she and her daughter were beaten and robbed by a group on the beach during Orange Crush. Video footage of a brawl on the beach near the pier has been circulating online. The police department has secured warrants for one of the people involved and is working with outside law enforcement agencies on an arrest. They are also trying to identify other people in the video.

via WTOC|
#assault#crime#orange-crush
crime2 years ago

Tybee Island's Orange Crush event sees decrease in arrests and increase in business.

At least 18 people were arrested during the Orange Crush Festival on Tybee Island, which was attended by an estimated 50,000 college students. The weekend was marred by shootings, fights, and other chaos, with videos circulating on social media showing intoxicated revelers dancing and fighting. One person was wounded in a road-rage shooting, and police responded to reports of gunfire and fights throughout the weekend. The festival gained a reputation for being out-of-control in the 1990s, and Tybee Island's mayor has acknowledged that this year's event was "too large and chaotic."

via New York Post |
#arrests#chaos#crime
events2 years ago

Tybee Island Gears Up for Weekend Beach Bash

Tybee Island is preparing for another beach party, the Peach Fest, after the Orange Crush event last weekend. The organizers are expecting around 2,000 people, a smaller crowd than the 50,000 seen last weekend. The city is increasing its police and emergency personnel presence on the island, and traffic controls will be in place on US Highway 80/Butler Avenue. Some locals were upset about the Orange Crush festivities, but a visitor hopes the celebration this weekend is a fun and safe one.

via WSAV-TV|
#beach-party#crowd-control#events
crime2 years ago

Tybee Island's Orange Crush event sees decrease in arrests and increase in business.

The Tybee Island Police Department made 18 arrests and responded to over 300 calls during Orange Crush weekend, with many of the charges related to DUIs, driving violations, and disorderly conduct. One incident involved a woman being beaten and robbed by a group on the beach, while another involved a crowd destroying a police truck and throwing items at officers. Police were able to disperse the crowd without further force, and recovered a stolen vehicle and two stolen firearms.

via WTOC|
#arrests#crime#disorderly-conduct