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Originally Posted by MathGeek
Calling the police is certainly a reasonable and prudent response.
These situations have many nuances and the best possible response also depends on things a long term resident at the scene is aware of, but internet armchair quarterbacks are ignorant of.
With younger children and first occasions, I'd be more inclined to work with parents for a longer period before involving law enforcement.
The older the children and the longer I've already endured their criminal mischief (past events), the less time I'm likely to spend at the parental level.
If they appear capable of harming me, and presented body language, verbal abuse, and were closing distance so that a reasonable man would fear great bodily harm ...
I would take timely steps to prevent that.
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MG pretty much nailed it. Settle it amung adults. If that doesnt work then involve the police. If all fails be prepared to defend yourself if a threat confronts your safety.