Crime & Safety
Unruly Teens Cause ‘Hazardous Conditions’ At Neshaminy Mall: Cops
Police say there has been an 'escalation of unsupervised juveniles' causing issues at the popular Bensalem mall.
BENSALEM, PA — The Bensalem Police Department has released a community notification regarding a recent uptick in disorderly juveniles causing issues at the Neshaminy Mall.
Police say that an 'escalation of unsupervised juveniles' has seen groups of young children and teenagers 'creating hazardous conditions' at the popular Bensalem mall.
In response to the recent series of disorderly activities, Bensalem Police officers will be assisting mall security in handling cases of unruly teenagers.
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Police warn the parents of these teenagers that those who are stopped for these types of incidences face fines, permanent bans from the mall, and arrests, if the activities involve a crime.
Police also advise parents to talk to their children about the rules and expectations of how to act in public settings cut as these if they are to go tot he mall unsupervised.
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"Bensalem Township Police recognize that the Neshaminy Mall is a great way for children to spend time with friends and family, enjoy the stores, eat at the food court or catch a movie," the police department said on their official CrimeWatch website. "We encourage these activities but our goal is to make the Neshaminy Mall a safe and pleasant experience for everyone who visits."
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