Social media alerts draw up to 150 young people to Adelaide beach
Up to 150 young people gathered at Henley Square. Social media posts about alleged fights brought them there. A small number actually fought. Most came to watch.
Disturbances at Henley Beach and Glenelg happened on Tuesday evening during school holidays. Crowds of teenagers came after seeing social media posts.
An altercation at Henley Square drew up to 150 people. Videos showed youths running across a main road into the square.
Police got reports just before 6pm. Most people had left before officers arrived.
Acting Assistant Commissioner David O'Donovan led investigations. They found a small group who were actually fighting.
Most attended as spectators after seeing social media posts. No assaults or injuries were reported.
Police are checking social media to find organisers and participants. The force might start Operation Jericho earlier.
This is their major summer plan to fight crime and public disorder along the metropolitan coastline.
- Up to 150
- People gathered at Henley Square
- Just before 6pm
- Reports received time
- David O'Donovan
- Acting Assistant Commissioner
- None
- Injuries or assaults reported
Why it mattersYoung people can gather very quickly via social media. This can overwhelm police resources during peak beach season. This happens even when most people are just watching.
AustraliaSouth Australian beachgoers and families face heavier police presence over summer as authorities crack down on anti-social gatherings at popular Adelaide beaches.
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