PHILADELPHIA, PA. (THECOUNT) — Philadelphia police say a sea of approximately 200 juveniles descended on Northeast Philadelphia Monday night causing a “disruption,” according to reports.
According to police, the juveniles departed the Rolling Thunder Skating Rink in the city’s Castor section before taking to the streets near Roosevelt Boulevard.
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Police say several businesses have been closed due to the crowds. The Wawa at Tyson Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard and a McDonald’s at Cottman Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard are both currently shuttered.
Police are on scene trying to disperse the large crowd.
No injuries or damage to properties have been reported at this time, reports PhillyCBS.
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