Hundreds Crash Airbnb Party in North Texas

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The owner of an Airbnb rental property in Celina, Texas says he approved a party of seven people, but between 500 and 800 teens and young adults ended up flooding the home after the party was advertised on social media. Police responded to reports of shots fired and threats, leading to two arrests, though no gunshot victims were found. The home was left heavily damaged, with broken fixtures, furniture piled in the garage, and blood on sheets and towels.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the challenges homeowners and rental platforms like Airbnb face in controlling the size and behavior of parties at short-term rental properties, especially when events are promoted on social media. It also raises concerns about public safety when large, uncontrolled crowds gather at private residences.

The details

According to police, 911 callers reported shots fired and men with guns making threats at the front gate of the Airbnb rental property in Celina, prompting a swift police response. Officers arriving on the scene discovered the massive party and moved in as the crowd dispersed, later hearing "multiple gunshots" and searching the home. No gunshot victims were found, but two people were arrested - one on a minor DUI charge and another on an unrelated aggravated assault warrant.

• The incident occurred on Saturday night in Celina, Texas.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The police investigation into the incident is ongoing, and the homeowner is assessing the full extent of the damage to the rental property.