Just after noon on Friday, September 14, OPP responded to an assault at a Secondary School in Billings Township, near Little Current.
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A massive brawl broke out a Manitoulin Secondary School on Friday, involving more than 50 students, both male and female.
According to a report from the Manitoulin Expositor, many students at the school noted the incident had distinct racial overtones.
The brawl resulted in five youths and one adult being charged so far. The school was put under a hold and secure shortly after noon on Friday.
A 38-year-old woman from M'Chigeeng First Nation has been charged with assault,
A 14-year-old youth from M'Chigeeng First Nation has been charged with Uttering Threats - Cause Death or Bodily Harm. and Assault.
A 13-year-old youth from M'Chigeeng First Nation has been charged with Assault with a Weapon, and Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose.
A 16-year-old youth from M'Chigeeng First Nation has been charged with Assault.
A 17-year-old youth from M'Chigeeng First Nation has been charged with Assault.
The adult and youths, who cannot be identified under provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act, have been released and are scheduled to appear at the Provincial Court of Justice in Gore Bay, on October 31.
Officers from the Manitoulin-Espanola Detachment were assisted by the United Chiefs and Council of Manitoulin Anishnaabe Police,
The OPP is reiterating their request that any audio/video recordings of the disturbance be brought to their attention immediately as this investigation is continuing.
OPP wish to remind everyone that public safety is not a concern.
