UPDATE: Teen charged after fight at Glenelg

About 3.52pm on Sunday 18 October, patrols were called to the Glenelg Jetty after reports of a disturbance involving a large group of youths.

A patrol from Operation Jericho was on scene about four minutes after the initial call for police attendance.

A 15-year-old boy from Marino was arrested and charged with disorderly behaviour. He was bailed to appear in the Adelaide Youth Court on 2 December.

No police officers were injured during the incident.

Police are actively patrolling all coastal areas in the metropolitan area including Mounted Operations Unit officers.

Police would like to advise the public that there is no tolerance of bad behaviour by members of the public and police will be taking a proactive approach and taking positive action against those who behave in a disorderly manner in public.

Operation Jericho began on Friday 2 October and will run through to April 2027. The initiative will focus on addressing anti-social behaviour, criminal activity and road safety issues throughout the warmer months.

Police will target behavioural and alcohol-related offences while working closely with local councils, businesses and community stakeholders to identify and respond to problem areas.

Anyone who witnesses disorderly behaviour is urged to call the Police Assistance Line immediately on 131444.

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