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By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor
WEARE TOWNSHIP, Oceana County — A female bartender was reportedly assaulted over the weekend by a woman with brass knuckles at Murphy’s Tavern, receiving several puncture wounds.
“There has been no arrest made, and the investigation is ongoing,” said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast Monday morning, Nov. 9. “We do have a suspect, and we’re very likely to obtain a warrant this morning and pursue an arrest.”
The assault occurred at 12:20 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, at the tavern, which is located at 8848 N. 80th Ave. “We do have video evidence of the situation, and we are turning it over to the prosecutor as we speak,” said Sheriff Mast.
“We want to address what happened at Murphy’s last night,” states a Murphy’s Tavern Facebook post. “One of our bartenders, Dracie, was assaulted by another female using spiked brass knuckles. Police reports were made, and the proper procedures were followed. Dracie sustained several puncture wounds and swelling and was treated for her injuries. Thankfully, she is recovering and doing okay.
“We want to make it clear that violence of any kind will not be tolerated. Our staff should never have to fear being assaulted while simply doing their job. We appreciate everyone who has checked on Dracie and shown her support. Please keep her in your thoughts as she heals.”
No other information could be released by the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office until an arrest is made. “The lieutenant was working on it and the detective was working on it as we speak,” said Sheriff Mast.
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