Kansas City, MO – Five people were arrested overnight after Kansas City police broke up an illegal sideshow involving dangerous stunts, blocked traffic, and multiple hazardous violations across city streets.
According to the Kansas City Missouri Police Department, officers witnessed drivers pointing weapons at other vehicles, running red lights, performing reckless maneuvers, and even driving against oncoming traffic. Police say the activity was part of an attempted sideshow forming in the area, prompting a coordinated enforcement response.
Officers issued 38 hazardous moving violations and towed nine vehicles, including several that police say were blocking traffic and gathering to watch the illegal stunts. Authorities also halted what they described as a sideshow-in-the-making before it could fully develop into a larger public safety threat.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol and the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office partnered with local officers during the overnight operation. Police credited both agencies for providing “invaluable” assistance as enforcement efforts continue across the region.
Officials noted that Missouri’s penalties for sideshows and street racing have increased in recent years, particularly for repeat offenders. The incidents handled overnight, authorities said, highlight the ongoing risks posed to drivers, pedestrians, and nearby neighborhoods.
Police did not release additional details about those arrested, but say similar targeted enforcement actions may continue as the warm-weather months typically bring increased reckless driving complaints in Kansas City and surrounding Jackson County communities.
Anyone who witnesses dangerous driving, illegal racing, or sideshow activity is encouraged to report it to local law enforcement immediately.
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