One Chico resident was rushed to Enloe Hospital and another was arrested following an argument turned physical at a house near the intersection of E. Eighth and Poplar streets at 4:15 p.m. Sunday evening.
Seven police cars, a fire engine and an ambulance responded to the call. Neighbors gathered as a police line was drawn around the crime scene.
“There was a physical altercation involving two family members. One was transported to the hospital. … Everyone is accounted for at this point,” said Chico Police Department Sgt. Trey Reid.
A male suspect was taken into custody by Chico Police on three charges: assault, assault with a deadly weapon and criminal threat.
Poplar was closed for approximately three hours but is now open.
The Orion will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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