Public Safety

GPD warns parents ahead of planned teen takeover events at Depot Park, Skate Station

Gainesville Police Department is urging parents to discourage their children from attending advertised “teen takeover” gatherings scheduled at Depot Park on Saturday and Skate Station on Friday night. A similar event at Depot Park on July 3 resulted in five arrests and two officers injured. Police say they intend to maintain Depot Park as a safe community space while remaining open to peaceful gatherings.

Sources: WCJB TV20