An alleged assault by a group of teenagers closed off part of Hunter Street in Newcastle on Tuesday
Passing Police have confirmed they witnessed the incident at about 3:45pm at the CBD Mini Mart, where the owners – a man and a woman – were assaulted.
Further officers were called to the scene to assist before the fight was broken up.
Two men and a teenage boy were arrested and taken to Newcastle Police Station, while the alleged victims received treatment for minor injuries.
Witnesses say there were a number of Police cars in the area, blocking two lanes of traffic which did not clear until after 4pm.
Inquiries into the incident are continuing.