PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA — City officials are on heightened alert after students posted plans on social media promoting a so-called “teen takeover” scheduled for Friday evening in Downtown Pittsburgh.
According to officials, the online posts indicated the gathering would take place after school hours. Authorities and school leaders have emphasized that the event is not organized or sanctioned by the school district.
Pittsburgh Public Schools Issues Warning to Parents
Pittsburgh Public Schools notified parents earlier this week through a robocall, warning that the planned gathering is not a school-sponsored activity and that no official supervision would be provided.
District leaders urged families to be aware of the circulating posts and to discuss safety expectations with their children.
City Officials Preparing for Potential Disruptions
Mayor Corey O’Connor said city departments are preparing for any potential issues…