Tensions hit a breaking point in Coney Island on Wednesday at the final public hearing for a proposed casino, as opponents and supporters of the $3 billion project engaged in heated arguments and screamed chants over one other.

Although participants were warned at the beginning of the meeting at the Coney Island YMCA that disruptions would not be tolerated, this didn’t stop several people from cheering, jeering, booing or getting confrontational with those who had differing views.

“This should’ve ended for you the minute violence erupted,” said Johanna Griesé, a Coney Island substitute teacher and actor, speaking to the six government appointed committee members that will determine the future for The Coney casino proposal.

Griesé told BK Reader that during the meeting, a casino opp

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