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Eight people arrested in Southside illegal street takeover

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TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Early on Sunday morning, concerned citizens alerted Tucson Police to an illegal street takeover near Kino Parkway and 22nd Street.

Southside officers responded dispersing the crowd and detaining eight individuals. This event involved the following:

  • Traffic blockage
  • Dangerous donuts
  • Illegal gathering

Four adults and four juveniles were arrested. Two vehicles were also impounded.

Additionally, minors were in possession of alcohol, and a firearm was taken as evidence due to a teen boy being a "prohibited possessor."

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Bivian Contreras is a real-time editor for KGUN 9. Bivian graduated from the University of Arizona School of Journalism with a Bachelor's degree in Journalism with an emphasis in Broadcast and is currently pursuing a degree in Broadcast Operational Meteorology. Share your story ideas and important issues with Bivian by emailing bivian.contreras@kgun9.com or by connecting on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.