Hudson Valley Man Nabbed For Assault During Soccer Game: Police

A 30-year-old Hudson Valley man faces assault charges following a fight between teams during a soccer game at a Northern Westchester park, police said.

The fight broke out at the Navajo Fields complex in Yorktown.
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Ben Crnic

10/07/2024 3:30 p.m.

Earlier Report - Update: 2 More Nabbed After Fight Between Soccer Teams At Yorktown Park, Police Say

The incident happened on Sunday, Oct. 6, when authorities responded to the Navajo Fields sports complex in Yorktown at around 11:30 a.m. following an altercation during a soccer game, according to Yorktown Police

Investigating officers determined that the fight broke out between the two teams. One victim told police that he was allegedly punched in the head by 30-year-old Putnam County resident Sammer Irias of Mahopac, causing a cut, the department said.

Irias was then arrested and charged with third-degree assault before being released on his own recognizance. A temporary order of protection was also issued on behalf of the victim.

Irias will appear in Yorktown Justice Court on Tuesday, Oct. 8.

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