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Man Punched Pregnant Woman At Indoor Amusement Park In Springfield: Police

A 23-year-old man was arrested over the weekend after police say he got into an argument with a pregnant woman at a Springfield amusement park for children, which sparked a brawl, authorities said. 

Jose Cruz Jr.

Jose Cruz Jr.

Photo Credit: Springfield Police Department

Jose Cruz Jr., of Springfield, faces multiple felonies following the alleged attack around 4 p.m. at Fun City Adventure Park on Liberty Street on Saturday, Oct. 21, Springfield Police said. 

Police arrived at the amusement park to a large crowd of people — adults and children — arguing, officials said. Witnesses explained that Cruz had punched a pregnant woman he knew in the face, and another person was also assaulted, officials said. 

Springfield police arrested Cruz and charged him with: 

  • Assault and battery on a pregnant female
  • Disorderly conduct
  • Assault and battery

He also had open arrest warrants for: 

  • Possession of a Class B drug
  • Unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle
  • Motor vehicle lights violation

Cruz and another family member were trespassed from the park. 

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