'Mayhem' erupts in wealthy coastal enclave as hundreds arrested in massive takeover during July Fourth weekend

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Chaos erupts on California beach as 400 arrested during 'TikTok takeover'.

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A California beach town descended into chaos over America's Independence Day weekend after a so-called "TikTok takeover" sparked violent disorder that ended with more than 400 arrests.The unrest unfolded on Saturday evening on the Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach after social media posts encouraged thousands of young people to descend on the popular coastal destination.Police said the crowds grew so quickly that officers from 17 neighbouring law enforcement agencies were called in to support around 350 Newport Beach officers already on duty.By around 8.30pm, authorities declared an unlawful assembly and urged residents to stay indoors as violence escalated.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Explosive mortars and fireworks were launched at police officers, into crowds and towards families with children.One officer was struck by a mortar and required treatment at the scene.A nearby supermarket was looted while fights broke out across the peninsula, shopfronts were damaged and roads...

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Videos show fireworks launched in streets and possible looting at a Pavilions store as over 400 arrests were made during the Balboa Peninsula chaos.

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