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A throng of over 1,000 teenagers descended upon a popular Florida tourist spot over the weekend, sparking what has become the latest viral “teen takeover” event. This incident led to nearly a dozen arrests and caused injuries to two police officers who were hospitalized as a result.
The disturbance erupted on Saturday evening around 7 p.m. when the boisterous crowd of young people converged on ICON Park in Orlando. FOX 35 reported that the situation quickly spiraled into chaos.
Amid the commotion, several altercations broke out among the teens, which resulted in injuries to two deputies from Orange County. The officers were attempting to restore order when they were hurt during the fracas.
Both of the injured officers were taken to a hospital for treatment and have since been released, as confirmed by the authorities.
The gathering at ICON Park on Saturday, April 25, 2026, was reportedly an organized teen takeover event, drawing more than 1,000 young participants to the Orlando location. (iStock)
The incident led to nine individuals being taken into custody on charges, including battery on a law enforcement officer, resisting an officer with violence, resisting an officer without violence and trespassing after receiving a warning, FOX 35 reported.Â
Bystander footage shows local authorities ordering the teens to leave the area as police cars line the roads during a planned teen “takeover” in Orlando, Fla., Saturday, April 25, 2026. (Virgil G./FOX 35)
Chaotic video obtained by FOX 35 shows local authorities ordering the teens to leave the area as police cars lined the roads. Additional footage shows teens running through the streets as onlookers watch from inside a restaurant.
“They said they planned something on TikTok – a ‘TikTok Takeover,’” one individual can be heard saying.
“They posted that s— on YouTube,” another person replied.
Bystander footage shows juveniles running through the streets as onlookers watch from inside a local restaurant during a planned teen “takeover” in Orlando, Fla., Saturday, April 25, 2026. (Virgil G./FOX 35)
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office reportedly said the agency was “aware” of an event being planned at the entertainment complex and assigned several deputies to the location in preparation for the group’s arrival.Â
In response to the wild takeover, ICON Park has implemented a chaperone policy requiring all minors to be accompanied by an adult while visiting the theme park, FOX 35 reported.
“ICON Park always has the safety of our guests and employees top of mind. We are committed to keeping ICON Park a place where guests of all ages can come and enjoy all we have to offer,” ICON Park said in a statement, according to the outlet.
The mob scene is the latest to make headlines after dozens of social-media-fueled teen “takeovers” have plagued authorities throughout the country, resulting in arrests and disturbing communities.
“We are aware of a growing pattern of large, organized gatherings at entertainment destinations, and we are taking a proactive approach to ensure these environments remain welcoming for everyone,” Commissioner Mike Scott said, FOX 35 reported.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department and ICON Park did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.Â