VIDEO: Providence Rec Center Brawl Leads to Suspension

VIDEO: Providence Rec Center Brawl Leads to Suspension

Video has emerged of a fight at the Joslin Rec Center in Providence, which has led to the reported suspension of an employee.

Elmer Stanley, who runs the center, can be seen involved in the altercation. 

"It was one of those night basketball games. Older guys showed up and got rowdy. Elmer tried to close the place but one kid kept threatening him," said former Mayoral candidate Anthony Sionni. "Elmer shut off half the lights and asked everyone to leave. Then the guy punched him in the face."

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According to WPRI 12, the City of Providence said that Stanley has been suspended without pay.