Teens filmed fighting at Glenelg and Henley Beach, police investigate

Videos have emerged online of people fighting at Glenelg and Henley Beach, with hundreds of teens spectating. Police say a small number of individuals were involved in the fights as others watched on but most of the crowd had dispersed when officers arrived.

Police investigate social media accounts

Acting Assistant Commissioner David O’Donovan says police are examining various social media platforms to identify the level of organisation behind the brawls.

“Investigations indicate there are a small number of individuals involved in fighting activity, with the majority of the young people attending as spectators after being alerted to the activity on social media,” he said in a statement.

“Police investigations into yesterday's reported incidents of fighting at Glenelg and Henley Beach are ongoing with Western District officers examining various social media platforms to identify the level of organisation behind the incidents and to identify and locate those responsible.”

Mayor responds to incidents

City of Charles Sturt Mayor Angela Evans said reports of last night's incidents were “concerning”.

“I really do appreciate that those incidents create a great deal of concern … no one wants to be caught up in that kind of thing,” she said.

“We've got CCTV across Henley Square which we installed earlier this year, that gives us real-time footage that's accessible not only to us, but also to SAPOL that can be reviewed quickly.”

Witness describes 'disgraceful' behaviour

A listener who called in said she was at Henley Beach last night for a walk and witnessed “disgraceful” behaviour.

“Groups of teenagers walking around with no regard for traffic on the road or other people trying to use the space,” she said.

Acting Assistant Commissioner O’Donovan said police are considering bringing forward “Operation Jericho” — an initiative where police address crime and public disorder along the metropolitan coast in summer.

“Anti-social behaviour at public locations that impacts the wellbeing of the community will not be tolerated,” he said.

“Police have had no reports of any assaults or injuries as a result of the incidents.”