Police in Houston suburb issue warning after online ‘town takeover’ posts

PEARLAND, Texas — Pearland police are warning residents about social media posts promoting a possible “town takeover” gathering in the city, saying the event is not authorized and that arrests could be made if laws are broken.

In a statement posted on social media, the Pearland Police Department said it is aware of “social media posts and online discussions encouraging a potential ‘town takeover’ gathering within our city.”

Police emphasized that the gathering is not approved by the city…

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