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Two Teens Arrested After Large Fight Outside Dunbar High in Bronzeville

Police say a 16-year-old girl faces aggravated battery of a peace officer.

Overview

  • Chicago police responded Wednesday evening to the 3000 block of South King Drive near Dunbar Vocational Career Academy after reports of a large disturbance.
  • Social media video captured roughly 30 police vehicles outside the school with lights activated around 8:20 p.m.
  • The disturbance followed a high school basketball game at the Bronzeville campus, according to ABC7 Chicago.
  • A 16-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl were taken into custody, and police said the girl was charged with aggravated battery of a peace officer.
  • Chicago Public Schools did not immediately comment, while the principal told families everyone was safe and that classes would continue Thursday.