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Jax Beach residents hoping to steer clear from unpermitted events as police stay vigilant

Police are increasing their presence ahead of a busy weekend, nearly one week after a shooting that injured five teenagers following an unpermitted “takeover” event that coincided with the Seawalk Music Festival. Jacksonville Beach Police Department posted on social media this week that officers are monitoring for potential unpermitted gatherings and stepping up patrols in areas where large crowds might form. Reporter Ariel Schiller has the latest.