What started as a violent street fight near a popular bowling alley quickly unraveled into one of the wildest scenes of the day — with bats, bricks, and confusion over who attacked who.
📞 At just after 2 p.m., Portsmouth Police were flooded with calls about a man with a gun assaulting someone near Sunset Bowling Lanes. Moments later, more callers chimed in — one reported a man getting beat down in front of nearby apartments. Another claimed the weapon was a brick and a bat, not a gun. Then came the twist: a fourth caller said the so-called victim had actually been swinging the bat first.
🚑 EMS and officers rushed to the scene. One man was taken to the hospital, while another was taken into custody. Police impounded some property, issued a summons, and escorted the man back to his home — but the investigation into who started what is likely far from over.
But Portsmouth’s bizarre afternoon wasn’t done yet…
😳 BARE FACTS ON GALLIA STREET
Around 4 p.m., things took a very different turn. Witnesses on Gallia Street reported a man exposing himself and urinating in the middle of the road, right out in public.
🚔 Officers found the man near the Silver Palace, where he denied everything. Since he wasn’t intoxicated and no witnesses stuck around, cops had to let him go — with his pants up and no charges filed.
💡 How to Stay Safe (and Out of Trouble) During Public Mayhem:
- 🧱 If you witness a fight, call 911 — but don’t play detective. Conflicting stories make it harder to determine the real threat. Let the pros sort it out.
- 🧠 Getting involved can escalate things. Unless someone’s in immediate danger, keep a safe distance and give a clear report to police.
- 🚻 Need a bathroom? Use one — not the street. Public urination could land you with indecent exposure charges (and maybe a spot on a registry).
- 🎥 Record when it’s safe. Dashcams, doorbell footage, or cell phone videos can help clarify confusing situations later — but never put yourself in danger to get it.
Because whether it’s brick beatdowns or bathroom breaks in broad daylight, staying calm — and clothed — is always your best bet.