Crime & Safety

Pool 'Noodle Fight' Leads to Arrest

Police say Joshua R. Anderson punched somebody during a pool noodle fight.

Punches accompanied partying in a pool this week, leading to an arrest.

Mentor Police arrested 23-year-old Joshua R. Anderson Monday for assault after punching another person in a pool at 4787 Corduroy Road.

According to police, Anderson was one of several people at the pool participating in what was first a friendly "noodle fight." At some point, the mood changed and Anderson became involved in a fight, punching a victim in the face.

Police believe alcohol played a role in the fight.


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