Fight breaks out at Cherry Hill Mall, two injured in juvenile altercation

Cherry Hill Mall in New Jersey. It is commonly reported as the first indoor, climate-controlled shopping center east of the Mississippi River in the United States, and opened on October 11, 1961.
Cherry Hill Mall in New Jersey. It is commonly reported as the first indoor, climate-controlled shopping center east of the Mississippi River in the United States, and opened on October 11, 1961.

CHERRY HILL, NJ — A physical altercation between two groups at the Cherry Hill Mall on Sunday resulted in minor injuries to two individuals and an ongoing police investigation, authorities said.

Key Points

  • Two people sustained minor injuries during a fight at Cherry Hill Mall on Sunday.
  • The incident involved mostly juveniles who do not reside in Cherry Hill.
  • Detectives are interviewing persons of interest as the investigation remains active.

According to the Cherry Hill Police Department, officers responded to the mall following reports of a fight. Two people suffered minor lacerations and were taken to a local hospital for treatment.

Police said the incident primarily involved juveniles, none of whom are residents of Cherry Hill. Detectives are currently interviewing persons of interest connected to the altercation.

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The department has asked anyone with information about the incident to come forward as the investigation continues.