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Lynn, Massachusetts McDonald’s attacked by masked teen mob
Four teenagers have been arrested following a violent incident at a McDonald’s in Lynn, Massachusetts, on September 18. The attack occurred after a local football game, during which a group of masked individuals stormed the restaurant.
Cell phone footage captured the group descending on the establishment and attacking an employee behind the counter. The assault included punches and a chokehold. According to the McDonald’s franchisee, the employee is okay following the incident.
The Lynn Police Department’s Youth Services Unit, supported by the gang and drug task forces, identified the suspects. The four teens are facing multiple charges, including assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, disorderly conduct, trespassing, affray, and civil rights violation with injury. They are currently being held in a juvenile detention center.
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The employee attacked during the incident is reported to be okay. offthepress.com · nypost.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Four teenagers were arrested in connection with a violent takeover of a McDonald’s in Lynn, Massachusetts. offthepress.com · nypost.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The arrested teens face charges including assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, disorderly conduct, and civil rights violation with injury. offthepress.com · nypost.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The incident occurred on September 18 following a local football game. offthepress.com · nypost.com