A memorial service was held for 18 year old Joshua Franklin.

The Chesterfield teen was hit by a train Friday night near the Defense Supply Center of Richmond. His mother said he was walking along the tracks in a hurry to get home before his 10 p.m. curfew.

The vigil took place near the train tracks where he died.

Hundreds of people were there. The crowd resembled a crowd at a rock concert. A testament to the impact Josh, described as a good student, a good boxer, and a fabulous friend, had on his family and friends.

"Josh came late to [boxing] practice faithfully everyday. His smile brightened up a room, and I will miss him….and when I see him I will tell him to be careful next time", said a grieving student and friend, Jada Montague.

"I was crying in school today. My nose was bleeding. I've never cried so much in my life", said student and friend, A.J. Wilson.

But 30 minutes into the emotional tribute, a vigorous verbal confrontation broke out, and escalated.

People were screaming, and running. It was complete chaos.

Police who were already there called for back-up. CBS 6 counted eight police cars. Within minutes the crowd was dispersed.

Many of Josh's friends were angry.

"His mother was there…Why would they do that?.." said Cierra Chavis.

But despite the disruption, Josh's friends say there was no way they were going to let a fight get in the way of their tribute to a young man they now call their 'angel'.

"I feel like he was with me the other day...like he was saying 'it's going to be alright'", said student, Gina White.

A viewing for Joshua Franklin is scheduled for Wednesday at Mimms Funeral Service, 1827 Hull Street Road, Richmond, Virginia, between 10 a.m. – 11 a.m., followed by a service.