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Police investigate large teen gathering at The Battery
Cobb County police are investigating after a large gathering of "multiple unruly subjects" gathered at The Battery on Saturday night.
COBB COUNTY, Ga. - Cobb County police reportedly increased patrols at The Battery Atlanta Saturday night after monitoring social media posts regarding a planned large-scale teen meetup.
Authorities worked alongside Smyrna police and community partners to manage the gathering of more than 100 teenagers. While officials stated that peaceful gatherings are permitted, they emphasized that disruptive behavior would not be tolerated. Several attendees were reportedly removed from the property during the police response.
What we know:
The incident marks the second time in recent months that a large youth gathering has occurred at the entertainment district.
Brandon Brown, who works at the complex, expressed concern that the area's nightlife environment is not ideal for unsupervised teens. "I just hope for the future that they have a place for teens to go to more than just malls and places to roam," Brown said.
Police are now urging parents to stay vigilant regarding their children's activities and whereabouts.