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Police officers were attacked and teenagers arrested during brawls at a football game at John Glenn High School in Westland

A file photo of John Glenn High School in Westland

Friday's homecoming football game at John Glenn High School in Westland ended with several police officers injured and numerous teenagers in custody.

Westland police said Monday that several fights between youths occurred as fans were leaving the game against Wayne Memorial last week around 7:30 p.m. As police tried to break up the fighting, several officers were attacked.

According to police, one officer was struck multiple times while another suffered a concussion and a strained neck during the altercation. An officer also had a body camera stolen, but it was later recovered.

Twelve juveniles were arrested and two were turned over to the Wayne County Youth Home on charges including assault and battery on a police officer. The police are also investigating other people who may have been involved.

The chaos led to changes that will impact the future of gaming. Following a meeting between police and the Wayne Westland Community School District, new policies were implemented:

  • Guest Limits: All football players, band members and cheerleaders are allowed to bring five guests to games.
  • Guest Submission: Players, band members and cheerleaders must submit the names of their guests to their coach or director by the Thursday before the game.
  • Ticket Purchase: All guests listed must purchase a ticket through GoFan or have a KLAA or Family Pass and present photo ID at entrance.
  • Adult Supervision: All minors participating in the game MUST be present in the presence of an adult.
  • Spectator restrictions: No additional spectators will be permitted to the games until further notice.