Wilkes-Barre, PA – On July 4, 2024, at approximately 9:34 p.m., Wilkes-Barre City Police officers on foot patrol observed a physical altercation between two juvenile females in Kirby Park.
The individuals involved, a 16-year-old and a 14-year-old, both from Wilkes-Barre, refused to stop their disorderly behavior despite police intervention. Consequently, both juveniles were taken into custody.
The juveniles were transported to City Headquarters for processing and later released to a responsible adult. The incident was classified as assault and disorderly conduct under IRC number 240141819. Further actions may be taken as the investigation continues.
