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Story summary
- Los Angeles police report more than 90 violent street takeover incidents and 79 arrests in 2026.
- At least five shootings occurred during recent gatherings, including incidents involving teenagers.
- Sgt. Jesse Garcia of the LAPD Street Racing Task Force warns violence will escalate this summer.
- Police are intensifying efforts with unmarked cars and helicopters.
- Erick Romero Quintana, the ringleader, faces trial for organizing reckless driving takeovers that caused a fatality.
