LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP, N.J. (AP) - Police in New Jersey say a hard hit in a youth football game sparked a fight that eventually involved coaches and parents.
Lawrence Township police said Monday that they are seeking video footage of the Friday brawl at a township park. NJ.com reports police were called to the field Friday afternoon on reports of people fighting.
Responding officers say a hard hit resulted in a dispute between players. Detective Lt. Joseph Amodio says a coach apparently tried to break up the fight, but ended up drawing in the opposing team’s coaches - and eventually parents.
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Amoido says no arrests were made at the scene, but police are attempting to sort it out and investigate.
Local youth leagues were not immediately available for comment Monday.
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Information from: NJ.com, http://www.nj.com
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