Gardai called as kids as young as 12 gather for large pre-arranged fight in Fermoy
Fermoy Gardaí have responded to a number of calls this afternoon concerning antisocial behaviour around the town
Fermoy Gardai were called to the incidents
Gardai were this afternoon called after reports of kids in Fermoy having pre-arranged fights after school.
Units were sent to locations on Wednesday after children as young as 12 had gathered for a fight amongst other schoolkids.
Other incidents of anti-social behaviour also took place in the area with gardai asking parents to make sure to know where their children are and keep them out of trouble.
A garda spokesperson said: "Fermoy Gardaí have responded to a number of calls this afternoon concerning antisocial behaviour around the town.
"Boys and girls as young as 12 have been gathering at pre-arranged locations to take part in and watch organised fights.
"Others have been engaging in antisocial behaviour which is intimidating for residents and has a negative impact on everyone. This is not a matter of having "nothing to do" as it involves a small minority, but has a disproportionate effect on the wider community. Schools and Gardaí are not responsible for minding your children.
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"This is the responsibility of those engaging in antisocial behaviour. As well as impacting on the community, these children put themselves at risk of coming to the attention of Gardaí and the criminal justice system which can have life-long consequences, not to mention the risk of physical harm or worse.
"Parents, please know where your children are and what they're up to – instead of finding out from us after it's too late.
"Please report suspicious or anti-social behaviour. Don't assume someone else will."
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