Large group of teens disrupt Glen Ellyn pool, forcing it to close

Hundreds of teens descended on a Glen Ellyn Park District pool and caused a disruption that forced the pool to close, police said.

Police were informed of a growing crowd of teenagers and young adults arriving at Sunset Pool, 483 Fairview Ave., about shortly before 5 p.m. July 5, police said.

Officers estimated there were 200 to 300 people at the Glen Ellyn Park District Pool. Some of them were seen entering without paying, while others were smoking cannabis, consuming alcoholic beverages in violation of the park district’s ordinances and igniting illegal fireworks, authorities said.

Officers from several neighboring communities assisted with the evacuation of the park.

One individual was charged for the illegal use of fireworks.

The incident remains under investigation.