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You pull into a gas station for a late-night fill-up—then realize you’ve made a mistake. Engines rev. Tires screech. More than 300 cars block pumps, tear up the lot, and set the scene for this gas station car meet to escalate. Then, a shout. Someone flashes a gun. By the time Massachusetts State Police arrive, the situation is already out of control.

An ordinary night turns into chaos

At 10 p.m. on March 1, 2025, Freetown, MA, police received a call. A gas station on Innovation Way was overrun with more than 300 cars holding an impromptu meet. Officers reported “reckless and erratic driving,” and blocked access to the pumps. A massive crowd gathered, making it impossible for normal customers to get through.

Backup called as the gas station car meet spirals into fights and flashing firearms

Freetown officers arrived but were immediately outnumbered. They called for help. “We’re going to call an unlawful assembly down here and start clearing them out,” an officer radioed. But he added he’d be waiting for backup to do so. Police from Fall River, Lakeville, and Berkley arrived, along with Massachusetts State Police.

What started as a car meet quickly turned dangerous. “There were two fights during this event, and he did state there was supposedly a firearm that was drawn,” an officer said, quoting a witness. While police moved to disperse the crowd, the sheer size of the gathering made control difficult.

A local resident, frustrated by the repeated chaos, didn’t hold back. “If you try to come through this area anytime at night on the weekends, you’re kind of taking life in your own hands,” he said.

Massachusetts police struggle with growing car meet problem

By 11:45 p.m., the crowd finally dispersed. No arrests were made, but police made their stance clear. “The risk of public safety was substantial,” said Freetown Police Chief Scott Rose. He warned that these car meets are becoming bigger, more frequent, and harder to control.

More takeovers coming? Police say they’re ready

The gas station is quiet again. But for how long? “We are committed to addressing these concerns to ensure the safety and well-being of the community,” police said.

Online, however, some car enthusiasts made it clear—they’re not backing down. And next time, authorities might not be as patient.

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Henry Cesari

Henry Cesari is a MotorBiscuit Staff Writer who brings his deep interest in vintage cars, trucks, and motorcycles to the site. Having restored his first classic car at just 16 years old, Henry has wrenched on everything from overland campers to Japanese motorcycles and even pre-war Bugattis. Henry is also an avid attendee at local car shows and genuinely enjoys connecting with fellow auto enthusiasts. Henry earned a Bachelor’s in Anthropology and English from the University of Vermont. While Henry is interested in vintage cars, he believes the golden age of cars is yet to come. He is confident journalists will play an important role in this revolution by exposing the industry as it is now and envisioning its possible future.