2 people injured in ‘large disturbance’ on Pearl Street in Enfield

Authorities are investigating what they called a “large disturbance” in Enfield.
Published: May. 23, 2023 at 3:35 PM EDT|Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 6:13 PM EDT
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ENFIELD, CT (WFSB/WGGB/WSHM) – Authorities are investigating what they called a “large disturbance” in Enfield.

The incident happened in the area of Pearl Street and Cross Street.

Enfield Police Chief Alaric Fox said that an altercation began between two Enfield High School girls on Monday night, which then carried over into Tuesday with friends and via social media.

When our crew arrived on-scene, police were taking down the crime scene tape that blocked off part of the roadway. Witnesses told us that up to 20 police cruisers were at the scene.

Enfield Mayor Bob Cressotti added that one person was reportedly armed with a gun, but that gun has not been located.

Fox said that one person was bitten and another suffered a black eye in Tuesday’s incident.

No arrests have been made. Fox noted that the investigation is ongoing.

Western Mass News has a crew at the scene and will have more information as it becomes available.