At approximately 8:45 p.m., officers from the Ramapo Police Department responded to the 7-Eleven on College Road for a report of a disorderly intoxicated man inside the store.
Upon arrival, officers immediately recognized the individual from prior incidents at the location. Police said the suspect, a 31-year-old Monsey resident, had previously been issued a trespass warning for the business.
During the investigation, officers learned that the suspect had allegedly slapped a 15-year-old male inside the store. What initially began as a routine disorderly conduct call quickly escalated.
According to police, while officers were actively investigating the incident, the suspect suddenly attempted to strike one of the officers in the back of the head. A backup officer immediately intervened, preventing the punch from landing and helping bring the situation under control before anyone was injured.
The suspect was taken into custody and charged with Attempted Assault in the 3rd Degree, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Obstructing Governmental Administration, Resisting Arrest, Disorderly Conduct, and Trespass. He was later processed and released to a responsible party.
No injuries were reported to officers, civilians, or the suspect.
Police noted that the incident serves as another reminder that there is no such thing as a “routine” police call, as situations can escalate within seconds. Officials also commended the responding officers for their quick actions and professionalism during the incident.
