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Police arrest 15, seize 10 guns in uptown on July 4

Fifteeen people were arrested and 10 guns were seized by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police during July 4 gatherings in uptown, the department said.

The official fireworks show was July 3, but police said large crowds still gathered at Romare Bearden Park on the night of July 4 "despite no official events being planned."

Seven adults and eight juveniles were arrested on charges such as carrying a concealed weapon, shooting within city limits, and assault with a deadly weapon.

The minors arrested ranged in age from 14 to 17. Some were charged with possessing stolen firearms and possession of a handgun by a minor.

Two officers were injured during a scuffle with a suspect, the department said.