Two Arrested After Assault Outside Inwood Bar

Two men were arrested early Saturday in Inwood after they allegedly attacked a 34-year-old man outside an eatery.

According to police, around 4:47 a.m., the 34-year-old victim was leaving , located at 199 Mott Ave., when he saw a large disturbance in the parking lot. Osvaldo Bonilla 20, of Lawrence, and Richey Rodriguez 23, of Inwood, then approached the victim and repeatedly struck him in the face and head, knocking him to the ground. While on the ground, an unknown black male hit the victim with a tire iron.

Fourth Precinct police officers responded to the scene and saw two other male victims, ages 23 and 32, lying on the ground, police said. When police attempted to arrest Rodriguez, he fought with officers and was eventually placed into custody.

According to police, all victims were taken to local hospitals. The 34 year old was treated and released for a fractured rib. The 32 year old was treated and released for numerous contusions and abrasions. The 23 year old was admitted for blunt trauma to the torso and is listed in critical condition.

The investigation is ongoing.

Bonilla and Rodriguez were charged with assault in the second degree. Rodriguez was also charged with resisting arrest. They are scheduled to be arraigned at First District Court in Hempstead on Sunday.

Detectives request that anyone with information regarding this crime should contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.