Street takeovers
Coverage of Street takeovers in the Nexus archive.
- Sheriff's department shares photos of 27 suspects wanted in East L.A. AutoZone break-ins
Authorities circulated photos of 27 suspects believed to have forced their way into an AutoZone store in East L.A. The individuals are wanted for break-ins that occurred during back-to-back street takeovers last weekend.
- Livonia man charged after allegedly spraying fire extinguisher at Detroit police in three incidents
A 22-year-old Livonia man faces multiple felony charges after allegedly assaulting Detroit police officers by discharging a fire extinguisher during three incidents linked to street takeovers and drag racing investigations. The charges stem from separate events where the suspect reportedly used the fire extinguisher against law enforcement.
- Neighbors say street takeovers are common occurrence at intersection where spectators were hit
Neighbors in North Hills, San Fernando Valley, report monthly street takeovers at an intersection where a drifting car caused a crash Sunday, leaving two people hospitalized. The incident occurred at Plummer Street and Haskell Avenue.
- VIDEO: Chaotic scenes at multiple street takeovers across Los Angeles area
Multiple chaotic street takeovers occurred overnight across the Los Angeles area, as captured in video obtained by KTLA. Law enforcement provided limited details, and at least four incidents were recorded, including one at Main and Albertoni with numerous cars near the intersection.
- NC Highway Patrol launches new crackdown on Charlotte street takeovers
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is launching a new enforcement initiative to crack down on street takeovers, reckless driving, and other criminal activities on interstates in the Charlotte metro area.
- ‘It’s just a very reckless act’: MDSO denounces street takeovers after 2 incidents during holiday weekend
Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office officials condemned two street takeovers during the Fourth of July weekend, which involved fireworks, daredevil stunts, and a hit-and-run causing injuries. Deputies were targeted with fireworks, resulting in burns, while a black pickup truck linked to a hit-and-run that injured three people is being sought.
- Street takeovers in Gardena area leave neighbors pleading for help: 'Somebody could die'
Residents in an unincorporated area of Gardena are calling for stronger enforcement against street takeovers they say have endangered public safety. The situation has prompted neighbors to plead for help, citing concerns that someone could die.
- Police in northwest suburb warn of increased foot patrols by plain-clothed officers
Police in Hanover Park, a northwest suburb of Chicago, will increase plain-clothed foot patrols starting Friday to address crime trends like drug/gang activity, street takeovers, and business burglaries. Officers will wear vests identifying them as police and clarify they are not federal agents.
- Seattle seniors beg city for help as ‘absolute anarchy’ erupts outside LGBTQ housing complex
Seattle seniors at Pride Place, an LGBTQ+ housing complex in Capitol Hill, report nightly disturbances including loud noise, street takeovers, and safety concerns. Residents claim city officials are failing to enforce laws as crowds gather after bars close, with no response from 911 calls.
- Street takeovers drop across LA County, but deputies say the dangerous trend isn't going away
Street takeovers have decreased in Los Angeles County, but deputies warn the dangerous trend persists. The incidents involve high-speed donuts, near-collisions, and crowds blocking intersections, prompting a special operations team to target the activity.
- Desert street racing circus crushed — cops swarm late-night takeover, suspects hauled off and rides seized
Tucson police, in coordination with Pima County Sheriff's Department, dismantled a late-night street racing event, arresting 17 adults and 7 juveniles while seizing 7 vehicles. Authorities warned of the dangers of such gatherings, citing risks from armed individuals, alcohol, and recent fatal crashes linked to similar events.
- LA-area street takeover shooting caught on camera; locals scared, vow to move
A shooting during a street takeover in Rosemead, Los Angeles County left four hospitalized, with locals expressing fear and plans to relocate. Authorities are investigating the incident amid rising concerns over violent illegal gatherings and organized crime-linked street takeovers.