Massive 4am Gathering at Drug and Gun Violence Hot Spot in Niagara Falls Results in Arrest

Niagara Falls Police responded to the Coastal Gas Station on the 600 block of 19th Street around 4:30am on June 7th after reports of a disturbance.

Upon arrival, officers observed approx. 20 or more vehicles located in the parking lot along with 75 people walking around being loud and causing commotion. Officers gave numerous verbal commands for everyone to vacate the premises.

A female attempted to enter the store when it was closed. Officers gave her commands to leave the premises. She refused.

Officers attempted to take the female into custody but she resisted. At that time, 4-5 males began running towards the officers.

Multiple officers used force to subdue the female. It is unknown if any of the individuals sustained injuries as a result of the encounter.

The female was taken into custody and transported to police headquarters for booking and processing. Charges against her included resisting arrest, disorderly conduct and harassment.

She was released with an appearance ticket. No further information is available at this time.

Massive 4am Gathering at Drug and Gun Violence Hot Spot in Niagara Falls Results in Arrest