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Ocean City Beach Takeovers Spark Safety Crisis | Dover News
Ocean City police are sounding the alarm over explosive, social media-driven “takeover” events that draw thousands of young people—often leading to assaults, shootings, and hundreds of arrests. With incidents surging since 2025, including a Fourth of July “Beach Party” that ended in a shooting and 63 arrests, authorities are pushing for statewide action: new laws targeting event promoters, harsher penalties for repeat offenders, and tighter cooperation with platforms. Police urge the public to report suspicious promotions, stressing that these chaotic gatherings cross town lines and demand…
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