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Norwich man suffers laceration in apparent fight

October 08, 2013 3:00 pm • Last Updated: October 08, 2013 3:38 pm

By Greg Smith
Day Staff Writer

g.smith@theday.com

Norwich – A Norwich man was hospitalized this morning after sustaining face and wrist injuries from what police said appeared to be a fight between roommates on Oak Street.

Police suspect alcohol was involved.

The victim called 911 shortly after 8 a.m. Tuesday and police arrived on Oak Street to find the unidentified man outside bleeding from a face injury and a wrist laceration. Police said they are still investigating what caused the laceration.

The man was taken for treatment of non-life threatening injuries to The William W. Backus Hospital.

Police said investigation continues and arrests are expected.

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