JANESVILLE, WI (WTAQ) – Police are investigating an incident involving a teenager who was pepper-sprayed while protesting outside of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump’s rally in Janesville Tuesday.
Police say the victim is 15-years-old.
Janesville police are looking to identify a man (photo above) in reference to a possible assault that led up to the pepper-spraying.
If you know the subject’s identity please contact the Janesville Police Department, (608) 755-3100 or Janesville Area Crimestoppers (608) 756-3636.
This alert is being sent statewide due to individuals coming from several states to attend the rally.
The girl and a woman standing next to her were taken to a hospital, treated and released. Authorities say the girl could face charges for punching the other man.
This incident is the latest in a series of clashes outside Trump events nationwide.
