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public-safety1 year ago•3 min saved

"California Malls on High Alert for Potential Youth 'Takeovers'"

Law enforcement and security have been increased at South Bay shopping centers in response to rumors of planned "takeovers" at the Del Amo Fashion Center in Torrance and the South Bay Pavilion mall in Carson. Recent incidents at other locations have prompted authorities to take proactive measures, including implementing a Youth Supervision Policy at the Del Amo Fashion Center. Community members are urged to report any information about planned takeovers to the respective law enforcement agencies.

via KABC-TV|

#law-enforcement #public-safety #security-measures

public-safety1 year ago•1 min saved

California Law Enforcement on Alert for Youth Mall 'Takeovers'

Another law enforcement agency in the Los Angeles area issued a warning about a planned disruptive youth gathering at a local mall, following a similar alert from the Torrance Police Department. These events, organized through viral social media posts, have led to violence in recent weeks. The Carson sheriff’s station is coordinating with the mall to prepare for the potential gathering and emphasized a zero-tolerance policy for unruly or criminal behavior. This comes after a fight at The Pike Outlets in Long Beach and a shooting nearby. In response, the Del Amo Fashion Center has implemented a controversial policy requiring minors to be accompanied by an adult after 3 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

via KTLA Los Angeles|

#law-enforcement #los-angeles #mall-takeover

crime2 years ago•6 min saved

Chicago Mayor Addresses Concerns Over Downtown Violence and Police Response.

Outgoing Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot demanded answers from police leaders about their response to a violent gathering of young people in the city's tourism district over the weekend. The incident has raised concerns about the Chicago Police Department's ability to handle crowds of teens and young adults. Large youth gatherings in the downtown area have remained a vexing problem for police officials for the last decade. It will now fall to Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson to attempt to quell the problem.

via Chicago Tribune|

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