Overview
- The Maple Shade Tigers Youth Football Carnival in New Jersey, which unruly teens overwhelmed Friday, shut down after multiple fights.
- Organizers canceled Saturday’s schedule after the early closure, and officials said the nonprofit lost thousands that fund equipment and uniforms.
- Police said several teenagers were charged as officers and staff cleared the grounds to restore safety.
- Lt. Daniel O’Brien said youths cursed at officers and tried to provoke confrontations, and police reported no weapons despite online rumors.
- Investigators are reviewing videos to identify participants, and nearby Medford announced fences, limited entrances, wand screening, bag checks, and bans on face coverings and hood-up hoodies for its upcoming carnival.