LOBELVILLE, Tenn (WOPC) -  Perry County Deputies responded to reports of a 'brawl' in the parking lot of the Dollar General Store in Lobelville late Thursday morning. Witnesses said more than a dozen people, believed to be part of a construction crew working on the building, were arguing and fighting in the parking lot. Perry County Sheriff Nick Weems told WOPC the number of persons involved was as high as 20. 

Witnesses indicated the group began to reach for nearby items, threatening each other as officials were arriving to the scene. Deputies were able to respond within minutes and restore order. This is a developing story. Additional details are expected soon. 

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