Hundreds Arrested After Violence Erupts at Newport Beach Fourth of July Event
Police said fights and fireworks thrown at officers sparked unrest at a Newport Beach Independence Day celebration, leading to injuries among officers and at least 100 arrests.
Police responded to a Newport Beach Fourth of July gathering around 7 p.m. after reports of a large crowd lighting fireworks and engaging in fights. Officers encountered continued fighting and individuals throwing fireworks at law enforcement, resulting in several officers sustaining injuries, though they are expected to recover.
Authorities indicated that at least 100 people were taken into custody, though a final arrest count has not been released. The incident, which also involved a disturbance at a nearby Pavilions grocery store, remains under investigation.
