Two Juveniles Arrested After Disturbance at Towson Mall

Charges include trespassing, disorderly conduct, and assault on security guards and police officers.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:55pm

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Baltimore County police arrested two juveniles, ages 11 and 13, at Towson Town Center on Saturday after a disturbance in the food court. The youths were initially asked to leave by security guards, but they refused and assaulted a guard. One juvenile then ran into a store, where he was arrested for trespassing. After being taken into custody, one of the juveniles assaulted a police officer, while the other spat on another officer. Both were released to a guardian after being processed at the police precinct.

Why it matters

Incidents of disruptive and violent behavior by young people in public spaces like shopping malls have become an increasing concern for local authorities and business owners. This case highlights the challenges faced by security staff and police in maintaining order and ensuring the safety of other patrons.

The details

According to police, the incident began when security guards at Towson Town Center attempted to escort the two juveniles out of the food court area. The youths refused to leave and then assaulted one of the guards. One of the juveniles then ran into a nearby store, where he was arrested for trespassing. After being taken into custody, one of the juveniles assaulted a police officer, while the other spat on another officer.

  • The incident occurred on Saturday, March 30, 2026.
  • The juveniles were arrested and processed at the police precinct on the same day.

The players

Towson Town Center

A large shopping mall located in Towson, Maryland, a suburb of Baltimore.

Baltimore County Police Department

The law enforcement agency responsible for the Towson area and surrounding communities.

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What they’re saying

“Incidents like this one are concerning and disruptive to the shopping experience for our customers. We will continue to work closely with local law enforcement to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.”

— Towson Town Center Management

What’s next

The two juveniles will likely face charges in the juvenile justice system, and the mall management may consider additional security measures to prevent similar disturbances in the future.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the challenges that shopping malls and other public spaces face in dealing with disruptive behavior by young people, and the importance of close coordination between mall security and local law enforcement to maintain a safe environment for all patrons.