A man was arrested following a large fight in Santa Barbara on Wednesday, July 15.
Police say the incident happened near the intersection of State Street and Cota Street around 8:50 p.m. They say the interaction started when an adult man approached and confronted a boy under the age of 18.
During the encounter, they say, the adult took a necklace from the boy's neck, leading to a physical fight.
Police responded to multiple 911 calls about the incident alongside the Santa Barbara Fire Department and paramedics.
Santa Barbara police arrested the man on suspicion of strong-arm robbery and child endangerment. He is currently being held in the Santa Barbara County Jail. His bail is set at $100,000.
No one was seriously hurt and the stolen necklace was returned to its owner.
