Michael DeMarcoDeMarco had exited Wee Willies Bar at 37 Ridge Road and confronted Officer Andrew Marmorato in the area of Fifth Avenue and Ridge Road in reference to several parking summonses which he was in the process of issuing. Marmorato had just completed writing out two parking summons for two separate vehicles which had been blocking a fire-hydrant when he was confronted by DeMarco.
DeMarco, who appeared to be under the influence of alcohol, took exception to the fact that the Officer had written the summons’ despite the fact that neither vehicle even belonged to him. He continued questioning the officer as to why the summonses were issued while being loud and verbally abusive towards the officer. Marmorato attempted to explain the violations to DeMarco and even went so far as to point out the obvious location of the fire-hydrant.
DeMarco grew increasingly angry, loud and abusive towards the officer who warned him several times to calm down. Marmorato also warned DeMarco several times for his safety to get out of the roadway and to return to the sidewalk.
After numerous warnings to leave the area, DeMarco was then advised that he was being placed under arrest for Disorderly Conduct. DeMarco then attempted to leave by pulling away from the officer who had to physically subdue him. DeMarco continued to resist arrest by wrestling and punching the officer. He was eventually subdued and transported into headquarters on Valley Brook Avenue.
During the time in which the arrest was being conducted a large crowd had formed and began to encircle the officer, yelling to let him (DeMarco) go. This attempt to intimidate the officer from doing his job failed however, as they too were warned to vacate the area or risk also being arrested. Two men in particular were instrumental in inciting the crowd. One has been identified and may possibly face applicable charges in the future.
Resisting arrest and aggravated assault are third degree crimes.
