MINNEAPOLIS — Minneapolis police are trying to determine what ignited a fight inside a middle school gymnasium that eventually spilled out into the street, involving up to 200 people.
The incident happened just after 7:15 p.m. Wednesday at Sullivan STEAM School, 3100 e. 28th St. Witnesses told Minneapolis police that the altercation started in the gym following a basketball game and then moved outside. Officers from MPD, Metro Transit, Hennepin County Sheriff's Office and State Patrol responded to the scene, broke up the fight and asked people to leave the area.
It is estimated that up to 200 adults and children were involved in the altercation. No serious injuries were reported, and police say no arrests were made. An investigation into the incident continues.
Police say it does not appear that Thursday's fight is related to one that erupted Tuesday at North Community High School. A statement from the Minneapolis Public Schools confirms that an altercation broke out during the final minutes of a girl's basketball game between North and Henry involving players and students from opposing teams.
The district says play was suspended and security personnel responded to the scene. North and Henry High Schools are working towards bringing students from both teams together to repair harm to the community.
"We follow the MPS discipline policy in instances of fighting," reads the statement from the district. "We are committed to taking actions to provide a safe learning environment for all students, and a safe working environment for all staff."
Meanwhile, the Minnesota State High School League is investigating the incident and will issue an official report on what happened. Depending on the findings, sanctions or student discipline could be issued.
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