Jersey Shore town takes drastic action to curb crime committed by unruly minors

Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, has implemented a curfew and a ban on minors congregating in groups larger than four in an attempt to curb recent crime and disturbances attributed to unruly teenagers. The town council voted unanimously to approve the emergency ordinance, which will be in effect for the next 90 days. The ordinance prohibits minors under the age of 18 from being in public between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m., except for work, school, or religious events. The ordinance also prohibits groups of five or more minors from gathering on public or private property without adult supervision. The ordinance was enacted in response to a recent surge in crime and disturbance reports, including vandalism, fights, and underage drinking. Police Chief Robert said that the majority of the crimes were committed by teenagers from outside of the town, who were coming to Point Pleasant Beach for the summer. He said that the ordinance is necessary to protect residents and visitors and to prevent further criminal activity. The ordinance has been met with mixed reactions from residents. Some residents support the ordinance, saying that it is necessary to address the recent crime wave. Others have expressed concerns that the ordinance is too restrictive and that it unfairly targets all minors. The ordinance is currently under review by the New Jersey Attorney General's Office. The Attorney General's Office will determine whether the ordinance is constitutional and whether it is an appropriate response to the recent surge in crime.

Summary

"The town of Point Pleasant Beach has implemented a curfew and a ban on large groups of minors in an attempt to curb recent crime and disturbances. The ordinance is being reviewed by the Attorney General's Office for its constitutionality."