Two teens charged in alleged shooting off of fireworks at police and others on July 4th

In total 16 people were arrested in Minneapolis for discharging fireworks at people
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Two teens are now charged for allegedly shooting fireworks at other people, including police, on the 4th of July in Minneapolis. Photo credit (Getty Images / SKatzenberger)

Two teens are now charged for allegedly shooting fireworks at other people, including police, on the 4th of July in Minneapolis.

18-year old Zamir Yassin makes his first court appearance Friday afternoon. A 17-year old is also charged in the case.

Videos posted online show those shooting off fireworks Tuesday night aiming them at nearby cars, pedestrians, homes and law enforcement responding to the scene.

Minneapolis police along with multiple Minnesota State Patrol troopers were at Boom Island Park, as well as Bde Maka Ska, in an effort to subdue the unruly crowds.

In total 16 people were arrested on the Fourth of July in Minneapolis for discharging fireworks at people. They included 11 juveniles and five adults.

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