An investigation is underway into a confrontation with Jersey City police officers as they looked to break up a big fight.
Police say six officers responded to 911 calls about a brawl involving up to 100 people on Bostwick Avenue Tuesday night.
When officers attempted to disperse the crowd, police say a juvenile tried to take an officer’s weapon.
Police chased him and were followed by several people.
During a struggle, two officers fell to the ground. Pepper spray was then deployed.
Then, a struggle broke out between an officer and two people over the officer’s baton.
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