Four Charged After Downtown Wilmington Brawl
Wilmington police arrested four men for resisting an officer after a Halloween-weekend fight on Front Street.
Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Violence
Wilmington Police Department charged four people with resisting or obstructing an officer after a fight broke out on Front Street in downtown Wilmington around 12:30 a.m. on November 1. The brawl occurred amid Halloween celebrations, and police said the men continued fighting after an officer tried to break it up.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the challenges police face in controlling late-night crowds during busy holiday weekends in downtown Wilmington. It also shows how a video of the fight circulating on social media can draw public attention to local public-safety incidents.
Four men, Rashaud McIntyre, 31, Randell Wilson, 28, Tyquan Clanton, 30, and Brandon Johnson, 24, have been charged with resisting or obstructing an officer. Three of them, McIntyre, Wilson and Clanton, received a $1,200 unsecured bond, while the status of the fourth man's case was not reported.
The players
Wilmington Police Department
The municipal police agency of Wilmington, responsible for policing the city's downtown streets and responding to the Front Street brawl.
The details
A fight broke out on Front Street in downtown Wilmington at approximately 12:30 a.m. on November 1, amid Halloween celebrations. Video circulating on social media shows multiple people throwing punches, and one person in a Deadpool costume performed a spin kick before officers intervened.
Timeline
November 1, approximately 12:30 a.m.: Fight breaks out on Front Street in downtown Wilmington.
This week: Wilmington Police Department continues investigating the incident.
Legal Context
Charges of resisting or obstructing an officer are a common tool in Wilmington when crowds continue to defy police orders during downtown disturbances. Cases like this one reflect how local prosecutors and police handle late-night brawls that spill into public streets during high-traffic holiday weekends.
Downtown Wilmington visitors and businesses may see increased police presence on Front Street during upcoming weekend nights. Residents planning Halloween-season outings are advised to avoid crowded streets where confrontations can escalate quickly.
The takeaway
Staying clear of crowded street confrontations during holiday weekends can help keep you and others safe. If you witness a fight, step back and call police rather than trying to intervene yourself.
Further reading
Explore more local reporting in our Violence section for context on similar downtown incidents in Wilmington.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Port City Daily.
