More social media-inspired ‘takeover’ events expected in Denver

DENVER (KDVR) — The Denver Police Department says it is aware of upcoming “takeover” events and is planning to try and minimize their impact.

A takeover that took place at The Shops At Northfield this weekend reportedly was violent when fights broke out both outside and inside the store.

Denver police respond to hundreds of teens who gathered at Northfield Mall Saturday

DPD said approximately 300 juveniles gathered in the area and entered businesses and engaged in fights and disturbances. People who attend these “takeovers” can hear about them through social media sites.

FOX31 acquired new video of one of the takeovers. It shows a large crowd of people at the complex shouting and in some cases fighting…

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