More than a thousand skateboarders celebrated [Go Skateboarding Day] in Philadelphia last year by peacefully romping through their forbidden paradise, LOVE Park.

The turnout was smaller this year than last, but hundreds still rolled toward the sacred concrete grounds looking for a good time.

But they found no love in LOVE Park. In fact, a scuffle with a police officer ended the day for one small group - including a 49-year-old mom who said the officer grabbed her by the shoulder and “threw her across the park.”

Proud of yourself, Officer Friendly? Yeah, the tourism board is elated as well. So, um, thanks for that.
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This entry was posted on Monday, June 26th, 2006 at 11:08 am.