Crime & Safety

State Police: Man Charged With Assault for Punching Hidden Still Bouncer

He is facing an assault charge.

ELLINGTON, CT — A Stamford man has been charged with assault for punching a bouncer at an Ellington pub last week.

Steven Houser, 26, of Stamford, was charged with third-degree assault and disorderly conduct on Thursday, state police said.

On Thursday at 9:50 p.m., Houser punched a bouncer at The Hidden Still on Route 83 and then fled from the establishment, according to a police report. He was then spotted on Orchard street and arrested a short time later, state police said.

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Photo Credit: The booking mug shot of Houser furnished by state police

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