2 Kids Assaulted By 6 Other Kids At Westfield Park: Police

WESTFIELD, NJ — Two minors reported that they were assaulted by another group of minors at Mindowaskin Park in Westfield on Friday, May 13, according to Westfield Police Department's most recent police blotter.

The two victims told police there were approximately six male minors who attacked them at around 9:40 p.m. When they were approached by the group, insults were exchanged leading to the assault, according to the report.

Michael Walsh of Westfield Police Department told Patch that the victims were both 14 years old.

The suspects fled the area after the fighter and were not located, police said.

Neither victim had any signs of injury or required medical attention. They were later released to a parent, according to police.

Patch reached out to Westfield Police for more information on this incident but did not receive a response immediately. This article will be updated as more information becomes available.

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