'The consequences can become serious very quickly': Aurora police say crowd of 500 descended on local shopping center

Colorado mob of 500 teens swarm Burger King, supermarket in chaotic shopping center takeover

A mob of 500 out-of-control teens took over a shopping complex afternoon, packing into restaurants and stores, erupting into fights, stealing items and damaging property.

Aurora police investigate 'teen takeover' at Hoffman Heights shopping center

"This crossed the line from a gathering of young people into a police matter because of the behavior and criminal conduct of some of those involved," — Chief Todd Chamberlain

'The consequences can become serious very quickly': Aurora police say crowd of 500 descended on local shopping center

Social media videos captured chaotic scene at King Soopers, other establishments

500 Teens Swarm Aurora Shopping Center, Loot Stores as 70 Officers Rush In

About 500 teens, mostly 14-17, swarmed an Aurora shopping center Sunday, entering stores and roadways before over 70 officers dispersed the crowd.