NEW GARDEN — A Kennett Square man was charged with simple assault and making terroristic threats, after police said, he threatened and then punched a township man, July 13.
Police said Alfredo Arizaga, 20, approached a man on the 500 block of Buena Vista Drive, who police did not identify, and told him “you’re dead” and then punched him in the face and neck when the man attempted to flee. Once police arrived on the scene, they said they were able to locate Arizaga. Police said Arizaga admitted to drinking and punching the victim in the face. Police report a witness saw and heard the incident from an upstairs window. Arizaga was taken into custody for simple assault and terroristic threats.
Also, A Landenberg man was charged with driving under the influence after a two-car accident on Route 41 on July 11.
Police said a car driven by George DeRitter III, 21, crossed the double-yellow line and sideswiped another vehicle. After speaking with DeRitter police said they detected signs of alcohol consumption and police said he had bloodshot, glassy eyes and admitted to drinking beer. Police administered field sobriety tests and, they said, indicated signs of alcohol impairment. DeRitter was taken into custody on suspicion of DUI.
