A heavy police response was sent after a fight broke out as private parties were taking place inside a Chuck E. Cheese establishment in Gurnee Saturday evening.
The Gurnee Police Department responded around 8:15 p.m. Saturday to Chuck E. Cheese, 1512 Nations Drive in Gurnee, for a report of a disturbance in progress.
Gurnee Police Department Public Information Officer Shawn Gaylor said officers received a call for a disturbance inside the establishment.
Multiple private parties were taking place at the time.
An argument between individuals from separate groups escalated into a physical fight, Gaylor said.
The fight was already broken up by the time police arrived.
Multiple officers were sent to the scene to restore order and safely separate those involved, Gaylor said.
No injuries were reported and no citations or charges were issued.
All individuals were ordered to leave the property and the situation was resolved without further incident.
A heavy police response was sent and the Lake County Sheriff’s Office assisted the Gurnee Police Department.
“In situations involving large gatherings, it’s common for us to utilize additional units until we have a better idea of what’s going on,” Gaylor said.
“We are grateful for the continued support and strong working relationship we share with the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, who assisted in the response,” she said.
Video captured by a bystander showed a large physical fight occurring as screaming could be heard.
Gaylor said thankfully no one was hurt but that it was unfortunate a fight occurred at a place meant for families.
The Gurnee Police Department said it remains committed to “maintaining a safe environment for all members of our community.”
“We appreciate the cooperation of everyone involved in bringing the situation to a peaceful conclusion,” the department told Lake and McHenry County Scanner.