jnelsoninjax Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 ONATELAUNEE TWP., Pa. - Forget cold feet, a groom is in hot water after spending part of his wedding night in jail. What was supposed to be one of the happiest days for a Berks County couple, ended with a big brawl at their wedding reception. Northern Berks Regional Police were called around 8:30 p.m. Saturday to Blue Falls Grove, on Bowers Road in Onatelaunee Township, for a fight that got out of control. The venue's owner told officers a dozen intoxicated people were pushing and shoving each other outside the banquet hall, officials said. "I just saw three groups separating and fighting, and at that point I realized I needed some help," said Doug Mehrkam, owner of Blue Falls Grove. "When we arrived we initially found one individual that was bleeding and was somewhat belligerent, and he was taken into custody right away," said Chief Scott Eaken, Northern Berks Regional Police, who added that was just the beginning. Fists were flying and threats were being made to officers after the couple said, "I do," officials said. "They were all pushing and shoving each other and it looked like it was getting nasty," said Mehrkam, who added this was a first in the 35 years he's been holding weddings at his venue. According to police, it all started when a woman, Mandi Groh, was approached by a guest because her 14-year-old son was drunk. "The mother of this child ended up punching that woman in the face," Eaken said. "Another person saw this and came over to intervene and he was also punched in the face by the mother." Northern Berks Police called for assistance after several people threatened the officers, said officials. The groom, Nicholas Papoutsis, challenged officers to a fight and refused to back up and calm down, police said. Papoutsis was then taken into custody. Sixteen police departments around the county responded to Blue Falls Grove to gain the upper hand after police said the crowd started to turn on officers. The bride was sitting on the ground and was later treated for dehydration on scene, said police. One man was unfazed after being hit with a stun gun twice. An officer had to pull out his baton to bring the man to the ground, said police. Seven people were arrested at the reception. "For the bride and groom I'm not sure how that's going to work out for them in the end," Eaken said. The 14-year-old boy told officers he drank two beers and he blew a .16% on the breathalyzer, said police. Four police officers were taken to Reading Hospital for evaluation. Papoutsis posted bail and was released. He's now facing a number of misdemeanor charges. The six other people arrested are also facing charges. "I wish the couple luck in the future because it's not a very good start," Mehrkam said. Source Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
123456789A Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 They should be banned from reproducing. link6155 and President Devil 2 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaP Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 They should be banned from reproducing. Why? Normal people need to laugh here and there and it would not be right to remove us this privilege just to protect an upcoming kid or 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
techbeck Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 One man was unfazed after being hit with a stun gun twice. An officer had to pull out his baton to bring the man to the ground, said police. Damn, he must have been pretty lite to not go down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Evil Overlord Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 16? Amateurs President Devil 1 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocM Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 Sounds like the last Irish-German wedding we attended. 30 minutes after the brawl everyone was toasting each others health. The Evil Overlord 1 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Evil Overlord Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 Sounds like the last Irish-German wedding we attended. 30 minutes after the brawl everyone was toasting each others health. Wait, it's your birthday too??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocM Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 Wednesday, yes. Here that's 17 more minutes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Evil Overlord Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 Today, yes. Today makes me 40, what about you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocM Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 66. You were born the year I got married. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAZMINATOR Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 Happy Birthday, DocM! I enjoyed your posts about space shuttles and stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Evil Overlord Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 66. You were born the year I got married. Well, happy 66th to you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocM Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 Thanks guys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAZMINATOR Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 Today makes me 40, what about you? 40? Damn, I thought you were older than that. HA! I am older than you.. [evil laugh] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firey Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 Wow.. this thread quickly made me feel young at 26 lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adrynalyne Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 Wow.. this thread quickly made me feel young at 26 lol. Yep you are a youngin. Turning 39 in August. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FloatingFatMan Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 Wow.. this thread quickly made me feel young at 26 lol. Get off mah lawn!! +E.Worm Jimmy 1 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+E.Worm Jimmy Subscriber¹ Posted June 24, 2015 Subscriber¹ Share Posted June 24, 2015 66. You were born the year I got married Happy Birthday old man! Wow.. this thread quickly made me feel young at 26 lol. yeap! you are basically just a kid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph3100 Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 ... According to police, it all started when a woman, Mandi Groh, was approached by a guest because her 14-year-old son was drunk. "The mother of this child ended up punching that woman in the face," Eaken said. "Another person saw this and came over to intervene and he was also punched in the face by the mother." ... The 14-year-old boy told officers he drank two beers and he blew a .16% on the breathalyzer, said police. ... Source The entire article is worth it just for those parts! Wednesday, yes. Here that's 17 more minutes. Happy birthday from another youngin'! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocM Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 Thanx! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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