Shocking scenes unfolded at a Woolworths supermarket in Sydney as a violent brawl erupted between shoppers, forcing police to step in and restore order.
Dramatic footage shows the chaotic moment when NSW Police officers rushed into the store after receiving multiple calls about the disturbance. Witnesses reported hearing shouting and seeing punches thrown as the altercation escalated rapidly.
Violence erupts in broad daylight
The incident occurred during peak shopping hours, with terrified customers scrambling to avoid the fighting. "It was like something out of a movie," one shaken shopper told reporters. "People were screaming, items were flying off shelves - I just grabbed my kids and ran."
Police response praised
Authorities arrived quickly on scene and managed to separate the combatants. NSW Police confirmed several individuals were taken into custody, though no serious injuries were reported. "Our officers showed tremendous professionalism in de-escalating this dangerous situation," a police spokesperson said.
Woolworths management has launched an internal investigation into the incident. "We have zero tolerance for violence in our stores," a company representative stated. "The safety of our customers and team members is our top priority."
Local residents expressed shock that such violence could occur in their normally quiet neighborhood. Community leaders are calling for calm as authorities continue their investigation into what sparked the unprecedented supermarket showdown.
