CITY OF KATY (Covering Katy News)—Numerous police agencies responded to a large disturbance at Typhoon Texas on Friday night, and Katy Police shut down the park to get control of the melee.
"At approximately 9 p.m., June 21, there was a disturbance caused by unruly guests violating our code of conduct," said a statement from Typhoon Texas. "The Katy Police Department escorted them off the premises. The situation is under control, and the premise is safe."
Numerous unconfirmed internet reports from guests at the park say it was a large fight. Covering Katy asked Typhoon Texas' spokesman if there was any truth to numerous internet reports that gunshots were fired.
"According to what we know, there were no firearms inside or outside the waterpark,” Bernard Kaplan said. "Katy Police ordered the park closed so they could secure the premises."
Kaplan said he was unable to provide details about what happened during the disturbance or if anyone was arrested. Covering Katy is requesting more information from the Katy Police about the nature of the disturbance.
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