How Flash Mobs of Teens Are Taking Over Towns, Beaches

How Flash Mobs of Teens Are Taking Over Towns, Beaches

June 30, 2026 · 6 min · Season 1 · Episode 221

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The episode discusses the rise of teen takeovers that began in Chicago and spread across the nation, often resulting in violence.

Teen takeovers started in Chicago in 2024 and became a nationwide phenomenon in 2025. They often devolve into violence. Read the original report here.

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