Video Shows Chaos Break Out at Long Branch, N.J., Beachfront Pop-up Gathering

Long Branch NJ beach gathering turns violent, curfew imposed

A curfew was imposed and 139 officers called in after a crowd surge at Pier Village turned violent; police made 6 arrests

Rowdy teen takeover hits popular beach hot spot with wave of arrests, assaults, emergency curfew: video

New Jersey officials made a half-dozen arrests after a swarm of youngsters descended on a quaint shore town in the latest viral teen takeover plaguing local communities across the country. The incident unfolded Tuesday night, when Long Branch police were called to Pier Village – a sprawling oceanfront community clad with rental units and hotels – regarding reports of a massive group of teenagers inciting brawls, jumping on cars and contributing …

Video shows chaos break out at Long Branch, N.J., beachfront pop-up gathering

A Jersey Shore community had to implement a curfew and use its public alert system to tell residents to take shelter after authorities say several hundred teenagers and young adults came to the beachfront for a pop-up gathering.

How Travelers Can Avoid Beach Chaos as ‘Teen Takeovers’ Hit Popular Summer Destinations

The unofficial start of summer is supposed to bring beach days, boardwalk food, oceanfront strolls, and long-awaited vacations. But in