Crime & Safety
Man Arrested After Severe Assault at Chez Ernie's in Darien: PD
A victim continues to receive medical treatment a month after being hit in the face with a glass, police said.
DARIEN, CT — Police have arrested a man accused of assaulting two victims at Chez Ernie's Cafe on Dec. 18.
A 51-year-old Darien man sustained severe facial injuries and a 51-year-old Southbury man sustained minor injuries, said Sgt. Jeremiah Marron Jr., police spokesman.
The severely injured man was struck in the face with a glass.
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"The victim who sustained serious injuries continues to receive medical treatment," Marron said.
The suspect was escorted off the property by employees and left the scene before police arrived.
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Police identified Christopher Aikler, 43, of Norwalk as a suspect. He met with police and cooperated, Marron said.
Aikler turned himself in Jan. 11 after learning of a warrant for his arrest.
He was charged with second-degree assault, third-degree assault and breach of peace. He posted a $15,000 bond and was released.
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