The end of a good week for the Obion County Fair was marred by fights and other issues on Saturday night.
Multiple law enforcement agencies were called after several fights broke out on the midway, while many attendees expressed displeasure with a long delay in starting the scheduled demolition derby.
Union City Police Chief Ben Yates told Thunderbolt News about his departments call to assist on Saturday night.(AUDIO)
Chief Yates said his officers acted accordingly in trying to help de-escalate the situation.(AUDIO)
Obion County Sheriff Office Patrol Lt. Joe Key talked about the situation that occurred on the fairgrounds.(AUDIO)
Lt. Key said it was disappointing that a few want to cause disruptions for others.(AUDIO)
While no arrests were made, it was reported that some juvenile petitions were made for actions at the fair.
