Teenagers' 'Senior Skip Day' on Long Beach Turns Deadly

One person was shot and several arrested after thousands of teenagers gathered at Long Beach, New York, for a massive party, leaving the seaside city in chaos.

At least one person was shot and several others were arrested on Thursday evening when a massive gathering of over 2,000 teenagers descended upon Long Beach, New York, for a so-called "senior skip day."

The chaos unfolded as throngs of high school students from multiple schools flocked to the seaside city, overwhelming Long Beach Police officers. Nassau County Police were called in to assist in restoring order to the unruly crowd.

Teenagers' 'Senior Skip Day' on Long Beach Turns Deadly

According to witnesses, the shooting occurred in the vicinity of Edwards Boulevard and Park Avenue, where some of the teenagers had congregated. A male victim was transported to the hospital for treatment, though his condition remains unclear.

Amidst the pandemonium, police apprehended two individuals and were investigating the motive behind the shooting. The gathering, which was allegedly organized through social media, has been described by authorities as a "senior skip day" or a truancy event involving multiple schools.

Teenagers' 'Senior Skip Day' on Long Beach Turns Deadly

As the situation spiraled out of control, Long Beach Police were significantly outnumbered by the teenage revelers. Video footage captured the moment when a woman was seen twerking on top of a Nassau County Police vehicle, further exacerbating the chaotic scene.

Parents rushed to the area in a state of panic, desperately seeking their children amidst the throngs of teenagers. One mother told FOX 5 that her son had called her in distress, unable to board a train due to the commotion.

Teenagers' 'Senior Skip Day' on Long Beach Turns Deadly

"There was a shooting," the mother said. "He couldn’t get on the train. When I came, I was like, ‘Oh my God!’ I was just happy that he was safe."

The massive gathering not only resulted in the shooting but also caused significant disruptions to local businesses and public transportation. The Long Beach boardwalk was temporarily closed due to the overwhelming crowds, and some residents expressed concerns about the safety of the community.

Police have yet to release the names or ages of the victim or suspects involved in the incident. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, and authorities are urging witnesses with any information to come forward.

The incident has sparked conversations about the dangers of unsupervised youth gatherings and the need for enhanced security measures to prevent future incidents.