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Officers used pepper spray to break up fighting in a downtown area, authorities said. Police responded as crowds gathered outside businesses and moved in to disperse the disturb...

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Officers used pepper spray to break up fighting in a downtown area, authorities said.

facebook.com | Aug 13, 2026 2:25 AM

Officers used pepper spray to break up fighting in a downtown area, authorities said.

Police responded as crowds gathered outside businesses and moved in to disperse the disturbance. Officials say order was restored and did not report any serious injuries.

Authorities are reviewing what led to the altercations.

We'll share more as details are confirmed.

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Source note: Star News TV · Aug 13, 2026 2:25 AM.

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Officers used pepper spray to break up fighting in a downtown area, authorities said. Police responded as crowds gathered outside businesses and moved in to disperse the disturbance. Officials say order was restored and did not report any serious injuries. Authorities are reviewing what led to the altercations. We'll share more as details are confirmed.

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