A social media trend turned into burglary and trespassing charges in metro Atlanta after police said teenagers and young adults entered closed Urban Air Adventure Park locations after hours.
The Gwinnett County Police Department has investigated seven incidents at Urban Air locations since June 4, according to Atlanta News First. Police said 15 people were arrested, including 11 teens or young adults whose names were released and four juveniles whose names were withheld.
Investigators said the group entered the closed businesses to use attractions and arcade games, according to CBS News Atlanta. Police also said the incidents involved property damage and vandalism.
The people arrested face charges that include loitering and prowling, criminal trespass, and burglary, according to local reports. The charges are accusations and have not been proven in court.
Police Say the Trend Sent People Into Closed Parks
Title: Multiple Arrests Made Following Series of Urban Air Burglaries Linked to Social Media
Date: July 7, 2026Since June 4, officers have responded to a series of after-hours burglaries at Urban Air Adventure Park locations, connected to a social media trend encouraging… pic.twitter.com/KJjukz8qtE
— Gwinnett County Police (@GwinnettPd) July 7, 2026
Police said the break-ins were tied to a social media challenge that encouraged people to enter Urban Air locations after closing time.
FOX 5 Atlanta reported that the suspects recorded themselves playing arcade games, using attractions, and damaging property inside the businesses.
Police have not released the specific dates of each break-in, the total cost of the damage, or which social media platforms carried the challenge.
Fifteen People Were Arrested
Atlanta News First reported that the named suspects include Amaury Armas Alvarez, Andy Colunga Castillo, John Stringer, Angel Candelaria Garcia, Christian Currin, Fernando Ramirez, Ahil Ibrahim, and Kareem Liftawi, all 17.
Police also named Daniel Chelnokov and Ethan Mogilinedi, both 18, and Adam Ayres, 20. Four juveniles were also arrested, but their names were not released because of their ages.
CBS News Atlanta reported that the charges include criminal trespass, burglary, loitering and prowling, and other counts.
Police Warned That Online Challenges Can Lead to Arrests
Gwinnett County police warned that social media trends encouraging criminal behavior can bring serious legal consequences.
The department said burglary, criminal trespass, criminal damage to property, and related offenses can lead to arrest and prosecution even when the acts are presented online as entertainment or a challenge.
FOX 5 Atlanta reported that police plan to use surveillance footage and digital investigative leads to identify people involved in similar incidents.
Parents and Businesses Were Told to Watch for After-Hours Break-Ins
For parents, the arrests are a reminder that a late-night challenge can become a criminal case once a closed business is entered. A video, dare, or prank does not erase a burglary or trespassing charge.
For businesses, the Urban Air cases point to common after-hours risks at arcades, trampoline parks, bowling alleys, skating centers, and indoor play spaces. Large buildings with games, attractions, cameras, and multiple entry points need closing checks and quick review when alarms or camera alerts are triggered.
Anyone with information can contact Gwinnett County detectives at 770-513-5300. Tipsters can also contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-8477 or submit a tip online.