Several fights broke out Thursday evening as the graduation ceremony at Westwood Regional High School in Bergen County was winding down, authorities said.
One person was hospitalized while several others suffered minor injuries but declined to be treated, Washington Township police said.“This was supposed to be an enjoyable night that the Westwood High School Senior class worked hard for and have been waiting for, which has been tainted due to the egregious behavior by some,” police said.Authorities, who are continuing their investigation, said they aware aware of videos of the brawl circulating on social media.
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