Police in two Massachusetts communities have issued warnings to anyone who joins so-called "mall takeovers" planned for Friday.

Local authorities are increasing staffing and coordinating with regional law enforcement.

"We owe it to the visitors, employees, business owners, and the residents of Braintree to ensure that public safety is ...

Our primary concern upon learning of this post was public safety,” police said. “Events promoted in this manner can attract a large and unpredictable crowd.” ...

Inside malls and outdoor shopping plazas across New York this past week, local news outlets reported hundreds of teenagers flooded the areas in so‑called “takeovers.” Organized through social media ...

Police in Braintree are also preparing for a takeover at South Shore Plaza.

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Braintree police inform the public that they are monitoring online rumors of a planned 'takeover' of South Shore Plaza on ...