Wisconsin State Fair Police Arrest 7 After Final-Night Fights, Denying Gunshots
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Updated · FOX 6 Milwaukee · Aug 17
Wisconsin State Fair Police Arrest 7 After Final-Night Fights, Denying Gunshots
3 articles · Updated · FOX 6 Milwaukee · Aug 17
Summary
Seven people were arrested after multiple fights and entry disturbances broke out in the final hours of the Wisconsin State Fair in West Allis; one officer was struck but not seriously injured.
State fair officials said there were no gunshots despite early claims, and video obtained by FOX6 appeared to show large groups of teens and young adults fighting Sunday night.
Enhanced security was already in place throughout the 11-day event, including Milwaukee and West Allis police, state troopers, mounted and bike patrols, and drone coverage.
Fair officials called the violence isolated to the closing hours of an otherwise safe event and said they will review security plans after the unrest.