Plymouth Township, Pennsylvania, December 19, 2025
Three individuals have been charged in connection with an illegal car meetup, also known as a street takeover, in Plymouth Township. The event, which occurred at the intersection of Ridge Pike and Chemical Road, involved dangerous stunts and fireworks, attracting an estimated 50 to 100 spectators. The suspects face multiple charges including reckless driving and illegal racing, while one remains wanted after skipping a court appearance.
Plymouth Township
Charges Filed in Illegal Car Meetup
Three individuals have been charged in connection with an illegal car meetup, also known as a street takeover, that occurred in Plymouth Township, Pennsylvania, on June 15, 2025. These charges were announced by police on Thursday, December 18, 2025.
The individuals facing charges are Amar Abdalhamed, 22, of Arnold, Maryland; Gabriel Hernandez, 22, of Pennsauken, New Jersey; and Marco Mirkovic, 19, of Newark, Delaware. The unauthorized gathering took place just after 8 p.m. at the intersection of Ridge Pike and Chemical Road.
According to police, surveillance video from the event showed vehicles performing stunts such as “donut” tricks, which left black marks on the road. Fireworks were also ignited in the intersection. An estimated 50 to 100 spectators were present, witnessing the event that disrupted traffic. The charged individuals face multiple offenses, including reckless endangering another person, reckless driving, and illegal racing.
Preliminary hearings for the three suspects were scheduled for October 21, 2025, in Montgomery County. Amar Abdalhamed and Gabriel Hernandez both waived their preliminary hearings. However, Marco Mirkovic failed to appear for his hearing and is currently wanted by the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. In addition to the criminal charges, three spectators were cited for vehicle code violations due to blocking the roadway. The Plymouth Township Police Department conducted an extensive investigation into the incident, with assistance from various law enforcement agencies.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened in Plymouth Township?
- Three individuals have been charged in connection with an illegal car meetup, also known as a street takeover, that occurred in Plymouth Township, Pennsylvania, on June 15, 2025.
- When were the charges announced?
- The charges were announced by police on Thursday, December 18, 2025.
- When did the illegal car meetup occur?
- The illegal car meetup occurred on June 15, 2025, just after 8 p.m.
- Where did the car meetup take place?
- The car meetup took place at the intersection of Ridge Pike and Chemical Road in Plymouth Township.
- Who are the individuals charged?
- The individuals charged are Amar Abdalhamed, 22, of Arnold, Maryland; Gabriel Hernandez, 22, of Pennsauken, New Jersey; and Marco Mirkovic, 19, of Newark, Delaware.
- What charges do the individuals face?
- The individuals face multiple offenses, including reckless endangering another person, reckless driving, and illegal racing.
- What is Marco Mirkovic’s current status?
- Marco Mirkovic failed to appear for his preliminary hearing and is currently wanted by the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.
Key Features of the Illegal Car Meetup Incident
| Feature | Detail | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Event Type | Illegal Car Meetup / Street Takeover | Local |
| Location | Plymouth Township, Pennsylvania | Local |
| Specific Intersection | Ridge Pike and Chemical Road | Local |
| Date of Incident | June 15, 2025 | N/A |
| Time of Incident | Just after 8 p.m. | N/A |
| Date Charges Announced | December 18, 2025 | N/A |
| Number of Individuals Charged | Three | N/A |
| Charged Individuals | Amar Abdalhamed (Arnold, MD), Gabriel Hernandez (Pennsauken, NJ), Marco Mirkovic (Newark, DE) | Nationwide (residences) |
| Charges Include | Reckless endangering another person, reckless driving, illegal racing | State-level |
| Spectators Cited | Three (for blocking roadway) | Local |
| Current Status of Marco Mirkovic | Wanted by Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office | State-level |
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