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Pepper Spray at Lake Worth High Fight Sends 32 to Hospitals, Draws 44-Ambulance Response

District officials say School Police deployed the spray during the altercation.

FILE - The circumstances surrounding the fight and use of pepper spray are still under investigation. It’s unclear whether the spray was used by school staff, law enforcement, or students. Officials have not yet released details about the severity of injuries or whether any arrests have been made. (WPEC){ }
FILE - Palm Beach County Fire Rescue said that about 20 to 30 people were being treated and were taken to surrounding hospitals. The situation unfolded near Lake Worth Road, near the school, where multiple fire-rescue units remain on scene. (WPEC){br}
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Overview

  • The fight broke out around 12:30 p.m. at Lake Worth Community High School in Palm Beach County.
  • Emergency medical crews arrived within five minutes and expanded the response to 44 fire-rescue and private ambulances.
  • Thirty-two students and staff were transported to four hospitals, with another 10 to 12 evaluated on campus and released to parents.
  • Most reported injuries were minor, including effects from pepper spray, according to fire-rescue officials.
  • The campus was secured, instruction continued, and students involved face disciplinary action as the investigation moves forward.