Five Eastern Cape teens taken to hospital after ‘pens down’ revelry
Security officials have their hands full dealing with chaotic scenes at EL beachfront as youngsters celebrate end of exams
Five teenagers were taken to hospital on Saturday night after “over-drinking” at a pens-down party at the East London beachfront which drew a crowd of more than 700 young people.
Despite warnings by authorities and anti-pens-down campaigns by the Eastern Cape Liquor Board, these parties have become popular among schoolgoing children. ..
Would you like to comment on this article?
Register (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
This article is reserved for HeraldLIVE subscribers.
A subscription gives you full digital access to all our content.
Already subscribed? Simply sign in below.
Already registered on DispatchLIVE, BusinessLIVE, TimesLIVE or SowetanLIVE? Sign in with the same details.
Questions or problems? Email helpdesk@heraldlive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00.