Perry police investigating ‘confrontation’ at Georgia National Fair

Police say everyone involved was banned from the fairgrounds and there is no ongoing threat to the public.

PERRY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Perry police are investigating a confrontation involving members of an “independent, third-party organization” at the Georgia National Fair.

According to a news release, the confrontation happened Tuesday, October 13.

Police say the organization involved is a third-party group that isn’t affiliated with, authorized by or acting on behalf of any law enforcement agency.

Perry police officers intervened, and the case was referred to the department’s Criminal Investigations Division.

Police say the incident did not pose a threat to the public and there is no ongoing threat. Everyone involved in the confrontation has been banned from the Georgia National Fairgrounds.

The release does not identify the organization or people involved. It also does not provide information about possible injuries, arrests or charges.

Police say no further information can be provided at this time.

The investigation remains active and ongoing.

If you have information, call Detective Lt. Kimberly Morton with the Perry Police Department at (478) 988-2800.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.