Rehoboth Beach Police Department

Charges against four Delaware State University students accused of organizing a beach 'takeover' event that led to chaos on May 19 have been dropped by the Delaware Department of Justice, citing 'no factual basis.' The city of Rehoboth Beach claims it was not informed of the dismissal and has sought further clarification, while also arranging a meeting with the NAACP.

Four Delaware State University students are facing charges for organizing unauthorized "takeover" events in Rehoboth Beach that drew large crowds fueled by underage drinking and illegal drug use. Three suspects have turned themselves in while one remains at large. The beach town has experienced four similar unlawful gatherings since April.