Shots fired, cars vandalized as crowds of juveniles descend on Penn's Landing: police
Unruly crowds of teens could force some Old City businesses to close early this summer
Large crowds of unruly teens gathered at Penn's Landing on Memorial Day, causing damage to parked vehicles and at least on report of shots fired. Nearby business owners say they're considering closing early if the destructive trend continue this summer.
PHILADELPHIA - Just days after fireworks filled the sky above Penn's Landing, police say crowds of juveniles brought Memorial Day weekend to a rowdy end.
Officers were called to the popular Philadelphia destination as a "high volume" of juveniles caused a large disturbance around 7 p.m. Monday.
It is unclear how many juveniles were present at the time, but authorities say multiple fights needed to be broken up by officers.
Reports of gunshots just blocks away were investigated by police, who say two shell casings were found on South Front Street around 8 p.m.
Police have yet to say if the shooting was connected to the crowds.
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Three vehicles were also vandalized by juveniles jumping on the windshields, according to police.
The crowds were dispersed by 11 p.m. with no injuries reported.
Police will have an increased presence in the area Tuesday night, but say more crowds are not expected.