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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Katie Hawkinson

Chaos in Florida for spring break as ‘takeovers’ overwhelm beaches and law enforcement

Thousands of spring breakers are flocking to Florida’s beaches this month, prompting police to ramp up their operations and take action against so-called “takeover” events.

Authorities in Volusia County, Florida, are working to penalize social media users who promote large, unsanctioned spring break events sometimes referred to as “takeovers.”

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