Last week, the Naperville Police Department got wind of what it called “a large teen gathering” planned for Friday evening in downtown Naperville, and warned against improper behavior by the participants.
Over the weekend, the department’s warnings apparently went unheeded. According to a post on its Facebook page, NPD responded to two separate incidents involving large gatherings and unlawful behavior.
The first involved a large gathering of up to 200 teens and young adults being disruptive downtown on Friday evening. Officers issued multiple citations for unlawful behavior and violations of our ordinances, and a 15-year-old female from Aurora was arrested and charged with three felony counts of aggravated battery to a police officer, as well as misdemeanor resisting arrest, littering, and obstruction.
The other incident occurred Saturday night and involved a large meet-up of about 100 individuals, some driving recklessly and lighting off fireworks, on the northeast side of town. Officers were strategically deployed and issued a number of citations during the event. Additionally, a 20-year-old male from McHenry was arrested the following day after an investigation allegedly connected him to several crimes committed during the meet-up. He is charged with reckless driving, reckless conduct, criminal damage to property and mob action.
NPD announced that citizen will notice more Naperville Police officers downtown, at special events, and around other highly populated areas throughout the city to help prevent disruptive behavior and encourage a safe, welcoming environment for all. Officers will be highly visible in areas where people typically congregate and there will be zero tolerance for trespassing, disorderly conduct, fighting, or any behavior that puts others at risk.
