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Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Students consult police to make senior tradition safer
RIVERSIDE, Ohio (WDTN) — As graduation season nears for the class of 2025, some seniors are looking to make one final big splash. While many senior classes have games to celebrate the end of their high school career, some make headlines when the competition goes too far — with some games causing property damage or even physical injury. After seeing a lot of buzz on social media about 'Nerf Wars,' one group of seniors at Stebbins High School came across a potentially safer alternative, 'Water Wars.' 'We talked with some teachers and people in our school and kind of looked at other schools and their rules and see what we can implement ours,' said Eli Goodpaster, Stebbins HS senior. 'And we just tried to make it as safe as possible.' As the group, who call themselves the 'game masters,' created their plan, they knew they wanted to do it the right way, calling in the local police department to help. 'So going into it, there's concerns because in the past, there had been some Nerf wars, as they call them,' said Maj. Matthew Sturgeon, Riverside Police Department. 'When it was those Nerf guns, they shoot a lot harder.' Instead, the students would use water squirt guns. Police gave recommendations to make the game safer for the students participating and the surrounding community. 'Don't do it in public areas of business and don't do it on school grounds and within the school system,' said Sturgeon. 'And then don't wear anything that disguises your face or makes you look like you could be a threat.' The competition has been going on for two weeks now, and so far there have been no reports of things getting out of hand. For those who are still in the game and haven't been eliminated, a grand finale is set for this weekend. A winner will be crowned after a battle royale starting at 1 p.m. Saturday afternoon at Shellabarger Park in Riverside. Mad River Local School District said they are in no way affiliated with the competition, emphasizing that all activity has to happen off of school grounds. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
13-04-2025
- CBS News
Teen run over by car while playing "Nerf Wars" in central Minnesota, police say
Police in central Minnesota say teens were playing a popular game when a car ran over one of them Saturday afternoon. The Sauk Rapids Police Department says a group of high schoolers were playing "Nerf Wars" near South Side Park shortly before 3 p.m. when a 16-year-old boy's friend drove a vehicle over him. The boy had been hiding on the ground next to the vehicle at the time of the accident. A passerby treated the boy at the scene before he was transported to the St. Cloud Hospital with injuries not considered life-threatening. Police advise parents to stop playing the game "before there is a fatality." Additionally, they warned some of the activities involved in "Nerf Wars" could be "considered at minimum a crime of disorderly conduct." Two teenage boys were killed in a crash in Lakeville while playing the game nearly 10 years ago. A year later, two bystanders were injured in New Hope after students playing the game caused a crash. Last year, Eden Prairie police issued a warning about teens participating in "Nerf Wars" after receiving nearly a dozen calls from concerned residents.
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Yahoo
Wisconsin authorities warn high school students about ‘Nerf Wars' dangers
JANESVILLE, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities in southern Wisconsin are urging high school students to exercise caution while participating in 'Nerf Wars.' The Janesville Police Department has recently received complaints regarding the annual Nerf War games played by high school students in the community. While these activities may seem harmless, officials warn they have led to incidents involving traffic accidents, trespassing, disorderly conduct, and public nudity. UPDATE: Armed man near Menasha High School taken into custody, brief lockdown More recently, reports have surfaced of participants entering homes that do not belong to them, sometimes while carrying Nerf guns that could be mistaken for real weapons. These actions have led to confrontations between participants and residents, creating unnecessary fear and potential danger. 'We want to remind everyone that these behaviors pose serious risks,' said Janesville Police Sgt. Benjamin Thompson. 'A Nerf gun, though intended for play, could be misinterpreted as a real weapon, potentially leading to dangerous situations, panic, or law enforcement intervention.' Authorities warn that any illegal activity associated with these games, such as trespassing or disorderly conduct, will be investigated and could result in legal consequences. Wisconsin authorities investigate death after man found at bottom of stairwell 'We encourage parents to talk with their children about responsible behavior and the potential dangers of these activities,' Thompson added. 'Students, please be mindful of your actions, respect private property, and avoid situations that could cause alarm or confusion.' Anyone who witnesses suspicious or concerning behavior is urged to report it to the Rock County Communications Center at 608-757-2244. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Yahoo
Man changes plea after being accused of shooting a teen near Joe Mixon's home
The man accused of firing a weapon that caused a bullet to hit a teen near the home of Bengals player Joe Mixon appeared in federal court on Thursday and changed his plea. According to our news partners WCPO-TV, Lamonte Brewer was charged in federal court and initially pleaded not guilty. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: 'I played dead;' Man covered in bruises thankful after surviving violent armed robbery Former Ohio State quarterback, team captain dies School bus sustains damage after crash on icy road On March 16, Brewer was indicted in Hamilton County for one count of tampering with evidence and obstructing justice. The shooting happened on March 6, according to WCPO-TV. Brewer posted $100,000 bond and was released. According to WCPO-TV, court documents indicated on July 14 that Brewer appeared in court and was arrested by an ATF officer for an indictment dated June 28. That indictment charged Brewer with possession by a prohibited person because he was already considered a felon on the night he used a firearm near Mixon's home. When Brewer appeared for his arraignment, the judge held him without bond. WCPO-TV reported that Brewer, his girlfriend, who is Mixon's sister, said they and Mixon himself felt they were in danger on March 6. Brewer was convicted in 2024 of obstruction and given three years' probation. Prosecutors in Hamilton County said Mixon told them he had been receiving death threats at the time of the shooting after his address was released to the public. On the night of the shooting, teenagers started a game of Nerf Wars, leading Brewer and those inside Mixon's home to feel they were being attacked, according to his attorney, WCPO-TV reported. Brewer's attorneys filed a court document that said, 'Cars were screeching up and down the street, some blocking ingress and egress into the neighborhood, 'At the same time, people were running around the neighborhood screaming.' [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
10-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Police caution students on dangers of popular ‘teenage tradition'
It's Nerf War Season for local students, but one police department is stressing caution while teams work to catch their opponents. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] News Center 7′s Mason Fletcher spoke to residents in Springboro about the yearly tradition and the safety concerns that come with it. Catch his report on News Center 7 at 5:00 p.m. Nerf Wars is starting for Springboro which means teams of students armed with Nerf guns and their foam bullets go head to head until a victor is crowned. It seems fun but Springboro Police Department wants everyone to stay safe. It's a yearly tradition for most students. TRENDING STORIES: Trump says he has directed US Treasury to stop minting new pennies, citing rising cost PHOTOS: $2.1M home features wine cellar, media room and walking trails Business closing after 39 years in Greene County John Landen is a Springboro grandparent who said it's been a while since he's seen Nerf Wars. 'My kids used to do them and my grandkids used to do them when they were growing up,' Landen said. Landen wants to make sure kids are paying attention to their safety. In 2023, News Center 7 reported a minor was shot and taken to the hospital close to Bengals running back Joe Mixon's house. It was related to Nerf Wars and police said their biggest concern is a student getting mistaken for a real shooter. In 2024, the game was linked to a rollover crash that included two minors. Springboro police made a post on social media saying Nerf Wars is 'not condoned or sponsored by the department.' It added that players are encouraged to keep local laws in mind. 'Just be careful. They know how to be careful and the kids are probably not going to listen to adults are going to be kids. So probably going to happen. So just be very careful,' Landen said. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
