Crime & Safety
New City Woman Charged With Felony Assault
Police said she struck the victim causing her to lose consciousness.
PEARL RIVER, NY — A New City woman was arrested in Pearl River for allegedly assaulting another woman. Orangetown police said Karen Connolly, 25, of New City, was charged with second-degree assault, a felony.
Police said they responded Aug. 12 to the Grand Saloon in Pearl River for a reported assault.
An investigation found that Connolly was in a fight with another woman, striking her on the side of the head.
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The victim lost consciousness and there were injuries to her face and head.
Connolly was arrested and arraigned to return to court Aug. 27.
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