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Nine Teens Arrested After Stockport College Brawl That Involved No Weapons

The college says a swift lockdown contained the unrest, with classes back to normal within an hour.

Overview

  • Greater Manchester Police were called at about 11:50 a.m. on November 27 to reports of a group fighting at the Wellington Road South campus.
  • An initial clash between two boys inside the building spilled onto an outside concourse as others joined, with some students hurdling security barriers.
  • Nine teenagers aged 16 to 18 were arrested on suspicion of affray and remain in custody for questioning as officers work with partner agencies to provide support.
  • Police said no weapons were used in the incident and reported no serious injuries.
  • Staff and security intervened as the college enacted its lockdown procedure, and officials say the campus is fully operational following the disruption.