Wildwood Declares State of Emergency Amid Teen Unrest

New Jersey beach town closes boardwalk after police overwhelmed by large groups of unruly teenagers during Memorial Day weekend.

Wildwood, NJ declared a state of emergency due to civil unrest caused by large groups of unruly teenagers.
The boardwalk was closed early Monday morning after police received numerous complaints and struggled to maintain order.
Other New Jersey beach towns also experienced disruptions, including stabbings and panic caused by false gunshot sounds.
Several towns implemented curfews for teens to curb the disorder, with curfews starting as early as 10 p.m.
The boardwalk in Wildwood reopened around 5:30 a.m., with officials emphasizing the need for enhanced public safety measures.