WILKES-BARRE, PA — A 17-year-old girl was arrested after a violent altercation broke out in Kirby Park on Sunday evening, leaving a 20-year-old woman pepper sprayed and injured, according to city police.
Wilkes-Barre City Police responded to a report of a fight in progress at approximately 7:00 p.m. and arrived to find a large group of juveniles engaged in a physical confrontation. Officers moved quickly to break up the melee and restore order in the park.
Key Points
- A 17-year-old girl was arrested in connection with the incident
- Victim, age 20, was pepper sprayed and injured
- Investigation into the altercation is ongoing
Pepper spray used, victim injured in park melee
Authorities were informed that during the fight, an unknown individual discharged pepper spray at the 20-year-old victim, who also sustained an injury to her foot. The suspect’s identity in the pepper spray incident has not yet been confirmed.
Police said a juvenile female was taken into custody at the scene for her role in the fight. Her identity has not been released due to her age. No details were provided on whether she was involved in the pepper spraying.
Investigation continues into group altercation
The incident, classified as an assault under the department’s internal reporting code, remains under investigation. Police have not disclosed what led to the altercation or how many individuals were involved.
No further information was immediately available on the condition of the victim or any potential charges pending for others involved in the fight.
A teen was arrested and a woman injured after a chaotic brawl broke out in a Pennsylvania park.