Seven Arrested, Two Officers Injured After Fight In New London

Seven people were arrested in New London after a large fight that left two police officers injured.

Police responded to the area of Blackhall Street and Belden Street around 7 p.m. on Saturday for the report of a large group of people involved in an escalating verbal disturbance. According to police, as officers attempted to disperse the group, individuals in the group became hostile and aggressive towards officers.

Police used a Taser and pepper spray to keep the situation under control. One officer suffered an injury to the hand and the other suffered an injury to his foot, police said. The officer who suffered an injury to his foot was treated and later released from an area hospital.

The following people were charged during the incident:

Tyler Hamilton, 21, of 37 Blackhall Street, New London was charged with interfering with police. He was later released on a non-surety bond.

Robert Hamilton, 38, of 37 Blackhall Street, New London was charged with assault on a police officer and interfering with police. He is being held in lieu of a $10,000 bond.

Tammy Hamilton, 38, of 37 Blackhall Street, New London was charged with assault on a police officer and interfering with police. She is being held in lieu of a $10,000 bond.

Kaitlyne Hamilton, 20, of 37 Blackhall Street, New London was charged with assault on a police officer and interfering with police. She is being held in lieu of a $5,000 bond.

Two juveniles were charged with assault on a police officer and interfering with police. They were both issued juvenile summons.

Another juvenile was charged with interfering with police and issued a juvenile summons.

Pictured from left to right: Tammy Hamilton, Robert Hamilton, Kaitlyne Hamilton and Tyler Hamilton

Images via New London PD