Knott’s Berry Farm closes due to multiple fights, no reports of shooting

Knott’s Berry Farm, a theme park located in Buena Park, California, shut down early on Saturday after a series of fights broke out among teens, prompting a police response.

Police responded to the park around 7.30 pm after receiving multiple reports of fights inside the park. The callers also reported that they heard gunshots. The responding officers, however, determined there was no shooting.

“We’re currently working an incident at Knotts Berry Farm involving multiple fights in the park. A report of shots fired was reported with numerous 911 callers. Officers were on scene during the calls and determined there was no shooting.  Knotts Berry Farm has closed for the night and we ask you avoid the area until further notice,” Buena Park Police Department said in a statement on Facebook. 

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Several people were questioned by police at the scene. However, it was unclear if any arrests have been made. Some people reportedly suffered non-life-threatening injuries.

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Knott’s Berry Farm issued a statement saying the park shut down three hours early on Saturday following altercations between teens.

“The safety of Knott’s Berry Farm’s guests and associates is always our top priority. On Saturday evening, the decision was made to close the park 3 hours early due to unruly behavior and altercations involving a number of teenagers. This behavior did not align with our park’s values, and was not the experience we want any guest to have while visiting Knott’s Berry Farm,” the park said in a statement.  

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Knott’s Berry Farm is expected to be open during its regular hours on Sunday. 

This is a developing story