Twerking, lowriders shut down Route 66 in New Mexico

Police say a New Mexico hip-hop video shoot shut down parts of Route 66 in Albuquerque due to lowriders driving in circles and twerking in the street.

KRQE-TV in Albuquerque reports the unauthorized filming in downtown Albuquerque on Sunday sparked a long block party, snarling traffic and confusing motorists.

Albuquerque police say hip-hop artist Jandro did not receive the proper permits to shoot his music video. But police say officers decided to close off parts of the Mother Road because of the cruising lowriders and excessive street dancing.

Albuquerque police spokesman Tanner Tixier says around 300 people showed up.

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