The Brief
- Gwinnett County Police arrested nine people following a planned teen takeover event on March 28.
- Officers detained two adults and seven juveniles on various charges after some refused to leave the property.
- One teenager was injured during the gathering and a juvenile was caught with an airsoft gun.
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. – Gwinnett County Police arrested nine people and reported one injury after a “teen takeover” event turned disorderly in Buford on March 28.
Police response to Buford teen takeover
What we know:
Gwinnett County Police were notified in advance of a planned teen takeover scheduled for March 28. These events are organized gatherings where large groups of teenagers and young adults meet at a specific location to socialize, though they often escalate into disorderly behavior, fights, and property damage. In response to the tip, the department increased officer presence at the scene and utilized multiple resources to monitor the gathering.
While many attendees did not participate in criminal activity, the actions of a smaller group led to nine arrests. Two adults and seven juveniles were charged with offenses including obstruction, affray, disorderly conduct, and criminal trespass after refusing orders to leave the property. During the event, one teenager was injured.…