St. Cloud officers break up large fight at youth treatment center, 7 arrests, 2 officers hurt

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March 6, 2015 at 7:52PM

ST. CLOUD, Minn. — St. Cloud police say two officers were injured and seven teenagers were arrested as a result of a large fight at a youth treatment center.

Authorities say at least 10 officers were called to bring the fight to an end at the St. Cloud Children's Home Thursday night. Police say about 9 male and female juveniles were involved in the fight in one of the cottages about 9 p.m.

Four boys and three girls, ages 14 to 16, were arrested on possible charges of assault, disorderly conduct, obstruction and rioting. Two police officers were hurt, with one suffering a broken nose.

Catholic Charities Children's Home is a residential treatment facility for young people ages 9 to 18.

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