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Mayhem Erupts During Nantucket's Christmas Stroll Celebration

12/12/2025

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Story summary

A brawl erupted on Federal Street in Nantucket, Massachusetts, during the 51st Annual Christmas Stroll after Santa's arrival, involving about a dozen men in their 20s to 60s.
Police responded but made no arrests as those involved declined to press charges.
Witnesses described the scene as mayhem, with groups arguing and trading blows.
The cause of the altercation remains unclear.

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Story summary

A brawl erupted on Federal Street in Nantucket, Massachusetts, during the 51st Annual Christmas Stroll after Santa's arrival, involving about a dozen men in their 20s to 60s.
Police responded but made no arrests as those involved declined to press charges.
Witnesses described the scene as mayhem, with groups arguing and trading blows.
The cause of the altercation remains unclear.