Dr. Phil Primetime: Inside the Deadly Takeover Trend (Merit Street, Thursday, October 10, 2024)

Dr Phil Primetime

On Thursday night’s episode of Dr. Phil Primetime, the show investigates a concerning trend called “Takeover,” which involves teens and young adults organizing large gatherings through social media.

These events often lead to chaos, with businesses being ransacked and neighborhoods disrupted by reckless behavior and violence.

Dr. Phil discusses the impact of these “Takeovers” with law enforcement, including Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar, who is investigating the murder of 17-year-old Landyn, who was killed at a “Teen Takeover” party.

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The show also features an interview with Landyn’s mother and girlfriend, shedding light on the human cost of these events. Dr. Phil’s team also worked with the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office to gather intelligence on alleged “Takeover” party hosts, leading to a raid that resulted in arrests and the seizure of firearms.

Dr. Phil Primetime: Inside the Deadly Takeover Trend airs Thursday, October 10, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. on Merit Street.

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