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Brawl in Claymont Leads to Five Arrests

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In Claymont a street brawl last night drew dozens of police where authorities say five adults and a 15 year-old girl were arrested.

The Wilmington News Journalreports police and residents said that the fight was sparked by an ongoing dispute between to families but no injuries were reported.

Those arrested faced charges that included disorderly conduct and resisting arrest.

Resident Tina Shaw told the paper that a girl was playing in the Knollwood Park when several girls from the other family jumped her.

Don Rush is the News Director and Senior Producer of News and Public Affairs at Delmarva Public Media. An award-winning journalist, Don reports major local issues of the day, from sea level rise, to urban development, to the changing demographics of Delmarva.