July 4th Chaos in California Leaves Businesses Shut Down, 100 Arrested
Authorities in California shut down businesses from Newport Pier to the Pacific Coast Highway after large crowds caused widespread disorder during July 4th celebrations. According to officials, hundreds of people surrounded police officers, threw debris, fought in the streets, and looted several businesses, including a Pavilions grocery store in Newport Beach. Video showed large amounts of trash and damage left behind. Officials said about 100 people were arrested and multiple police officers were injured.
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