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Buena Park police issue warning as possible teen 'takeover' activity at Knott's Berry Farm looms
ABC7 Los Angeles • • nation
Key Points:
- Buena Park police have issued a warning about a potential unsanctioned teen takeover event planned at Knott's Berry Farm starting Saturday, with increased law enforcement presence expected to prevent criminal or disruptive behavior.
- Authorities have identified individuals organizing the unauthorized gathering and are coordinating with park officials and public safety partners to ensure community and guest safety.
- This warning follows similar alerts about possible large teen gatherings, including a "beach takeover" in Huntington Beach and recent mass arrests of over 400 youths in Newport Beach.
- Knott's Berry Farm has previously faced issues with unruly behavior and now enforces a policy requiring youths 15 and under to be accompanied by an adult after 4 p.m., with unaccompanied minors being removed.
- Law enforcement in the Los Angeles area is also increasing patrols at known teen hotspots, emphasizing zero tolerance for illegal activities at locations like Dockweiler State Beach.
