A baby and a toddler were caught in the middle of a wild street fight in the Wayne Hills housing project, as a man and woman brawled in front of stunned witnesses.
Shocked onlookers called 911 around 7 PM, reporting that the couple was hitting each other—all while their two small children stood helplessly in the street.
Police tracked them down at the Oasis Carryout and detained the man. After speaking to both parties separately, officers discovered the fight was over a set of car keys.
Thankfully, no one was injured, and the pair agreed to go their separate ways—but the real damage may have already been done.
The Hidden Victims: How Fighting in Front of Kids Hurts Them for Life
Arguments happen—but when you fight in front of children, you’re doing more harm than you realize. Studies show that kids who witness domestic disputes are more likely to:
🔹 Develop Anxiety & Depression – Seeing parents or caregivers yell, hit, or threaten each other can cause deep emotional scars.
🔹 Struggle in School – Kids exposed to violence or toxic arguments often have trouble focusing and fall behind.
🔹 Repeat the Cycle – Children learn what they see—and may grow up thinking yelling, fighting, or even physical violence is normal in relationships.
How to Keep Your Cool in an Argument
Take a Breath & Walk Away – If things get heated, pause, take deep breaths, and step away before it escalates.
Never Fight in Front of Kids – If you feel an argument brewing, move to a private place or wait until the kids aren’t around.
Use “I” Statements – Instead of attacking, say “I feel upset when…” to keep the conversation calm and productive.
Know When to Get Help – If arguments turn physical or toxic, seek counseling, mediation, or legal help.
This Portsmouth couple may have walked away unharmed, but their children won’t forget what they saw. Fights end—but the damage can last a lifetime.
