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OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — Six individuals are facing charges stemming from a pool fight that escalated to shots fired at an Oshkosh residence.
Just after 4 p.m. Friday, officers were dispatched to a physical fight between multiple adults and juveniles at Pollock Pool.
Officers immediately responded to the area and began speaking with people on scene. Police learned the disturbance started when individuals were playing basketball in the pool. While they were playing basketball, others nearby were splashed and hit by the ball. After being splashed in the face with water, an adult pushed a juvenile, which then escalated into a larger physical disturbance involving several individuals.
The following people were referred to the District Attorney’s Office for charges:
- 53-year-old woman from Oshkosh referred for: Disorderly Conduct and Physical Abuse to a Child
- 36-year-old woman from West Allis referred for: Disorderly Conduct
- 21-year-old man from Oshkosh referred for: Disorderly Conduct and Physical Abuse to a Child
- 20-year-old woman from Oshkosh referred for: Disorderly Conduct and Physical Abuse to a Child
- 17- year-old girl from Oshkosh was referred for: Disorderly Conduct, Felony Bail Jumping, and Physical Abuse to a Child
- 15-year-old boy from Oshkosh was referred for: two counts of Disorderly Conduct
Later that day, just before 6 p.m., officers were dispatched to a residence near E Melvin Avenue and N Main Street for the report of a disturbance outside and a gunshot had been heard.
When police arrived, officers spoke with several individuals and learned the 20-year-old woman from Oshkosh who had been involved in the disturbance at Pollock Pool was also involved in this disturbance. At one point, the woman discharged the firearm into the air while she was outside the residence.
After the gun was shot, it was given to a different individual. Officers were able to locate and recover the handgun. No one was injured from the discharge of the weapon.
The 20-year-old woman was taken to jail for Felon in Possession of a Firearm and Endangering Safety by Use of a Dangerous Weapon. The incident remains under investigation.
The Oshkosh Police Department wrote:
The Oshkosh Police Department recognizes that incidents like these are concerning for residents, families, and everyone who uses our community spaces. Situations that begin as verbal disturbances can quickly escalate and create serious safety risks for those directly involved, as well for bystanders. We want to reassure the community that both incidents are being thoroughly investigated.
Community spaces, including our parks and pool, are meant to be safe places for everyone to gather and enjoy. Acts of violence and reckless behavior threaten that sense of safety and will not be tolerated. The Oshkosh Police Department remains committed to working with residents, families, and community partners to protect the public, reduce violence, and hold those responsible accountable.
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