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Caught on camera: Teens on e-bikes vandalize Flagler County park, deputies say
30 middle school students were reportedly playing the game "frogger," while riding e-bikes, as they tore up the front lawn at Flagler County park, deputies say. The teens also hopped onto a building roof from the drinking fountain and broke a changing table. The sheriff's office encourages parents to know what their kids are up to.
FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. - Authorities in Flagler County are urging parents to keep a closer watch on their children after a group of kids was reported causing disturbances at Holland Park.
Witnesses told deputies the children were running into traffic in what appeared to be a real-life version of the game "Frogger," creating a dangerous situation for both drivers and pedestrians.
The backstory:
The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office said that, in a separate incident last week, a large group of youths was seen climbing on park property, including using drinking fountains to access rooftops.
Deputies said that about 30 middle school-aged children were also reported riding electric bikes across park grounds, damaging the lawn and playing in traffic.
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Officials emphasized that parks are meant to be enjoyed safely and responsibly and are asking parents to take a more active role in supervising their children.
"Be a sheriff in your own homes," an officer said.
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With summer break approaching, law enforcement officials said they will increase patrols in the area and issue citations to those who violate local laws.
The Source: This story was written based on information shared by the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.