Crime & Safety

Troopers: Woman Attacked Friend, Damaged Vehicle

The New York State Police provided the following information. It does not indicate a conviction.

Police have charged a 22-year-old Southeast woman in connection with a recent assault, according to official reports.

The arrest happened on Sunday morning, after authorities at the  received a complaint for a dispute between two women who were traveling together by car. 

Lisa M. Forschner, of Bridey Lane, is accused of attacking the driver, a 20-year-old Patterson woman, after the two friends became involved in a verbal argument. Police were unable to say what caused the fight.

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The victim, who was not transported to the hospital, reportedly sustained injuries to the face and neck. Forschner is facing a misdemeanor count of third-degree assault, as well as a criminal mischief charge. Police say the latter stems from damage to the victim's 2010 Honda Civic.

Officials released Forschner pending a May 8 appearance in Southeast Justice Court. 

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