Victim Severely Beaten by Roommate and Hospitalized in Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls Police responded to the 500 block of 12th Street around 12:50am on July 15th after reports of an argument that was later determined to be an assault.

Upon arrival, officers made contact with the victim who stated he got into an argument with his roommate, which then escalated physically.

During the course of the argument, the suspect attacked the victim by punching him in the face multiple times causing a contusion above his right eye.

The victim further stated that the suspect scratched his neck with his thumbnail causing a minor cut to the right side of his neck. He did wish to pursue criminal charges.

Officers then spoke to the suspect who stated that the victim started to attack him and he was only trying to defend himself.

However, officers observed no injuries on the suspect.

AMR was requested and responded to the scene for medical evaluation.

The victim was transported to Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center for treatment.

The suspect was taken into custody without incident and placed in the back of marked patrol vehicle 48.

He was transported to police headquarters for booking and processing.

He was then released on an appearance ticket.

Victim Severely Beaten by Roommate and Hospitalized in Niagara Falls