A fight among teen girls Saturday night in a Gilbert business parking lot led to the arrest of a 15-year-old on assault, disorderly conduct and curfew violation charges.

Gilbert police officers responded to the fight scene about 11:35 p.m. July 5 near Williams Field Road and Market Street, and an investigation involving witness statements and video evidence led to the girl’s arrest, according to a release.

The investigation is active as authorities continue to work on interviewing witnesses, reviewing evidence and pursuing additional leads, police said.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police or submit a tip online: gilbertaz.gov/SubmitATip

Police also stated in the release:

“We want to make it clear: violence will not be tolerated in our community. The Gilbert Police Department is firmly committed to investigating all incidents of teen violence and holding youth responsible for their actions.

“It’s essential for parents to remain alert and monitor where their teens are and who they are with at all times, as this awareness is critical for their safety and well-being.

“In Gilbert, teens under 16 must be home by 10 p.m., and teens between 16 and 18 must be home by midnight.

“We cannot confront this issue alone. Preventing youth violence requires shared responsibility and a united effort. We ask all families to help us by reinforcing accountability at home and encouraging safe, respectful behavior among our youth.”

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