TAMPA, Fla. — Ahead of Memorial Day weekend, sheriffs throughout the Tampa Bay area are issuing warnings to kids and parents about the consequences of the so-called “teen takeover” trend.
Nearly two weeks ago, 22 people were arrested in a teen takeover event at Curtis Hixon Park in downtown Tampa. Officers said a crowd started fighting and caused major disturbances in and around the park. They also seized two guns and a vehicle during the incident.
Now, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office says it is aware of another one planned in Brandon over the weekend, and because of this, there will be an increased law enforcement presence in the area…