Teenagers coordinate on TikTok and throw city into chaos: Riots in Barcelona

A total of 128 people were detained during riots in Barcelona, Spain, this weekend.

Barcelona Mayor Jaume Collboni announced the figure on air on the Cadena SER radio station, TodayPress TV reports.

According to him, 56% of those detained were minors.

“This is a highly suspicious gathering organised through social media, particularly TikTok,” Collboni said.

The mayor estimated the initial damage to municipal property caused by the riots at €36,000.

In addition, 14 police officers were injured in connection with the unrest, four of whom are reported to be in serious condition.

Firefighters received 33 calls, while 23 acts of vandalism targeting commercial establishments were recorded.

Police also seized knives, gas canisters, firecrackers, balaclavas and other items in 68 separate incidents.