Crime & Safety

Eastchester Man Arrested for Fracturing Girlfriend's Arm Due in Court

Eastchester's Michael Berkowitz is due in court tomorrow. Berkowitz fractured his girlfriend's arm after pushing her, according to police. Investigators say the 29-year-old man had been arguing with his live-in girlfriend when he went towards a window. His girlfriend went up to him, and Berkowitz pushed her. When she fell, investigators say she fractured her elbow.

Berkowitz is now charged with felony assault in connection with the incident. His girlfriend, who is not being identified, had to be taken to a hospital. The 29-year-old is currently out on bail.


Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.

We’ve removed the ability to reply as we work to make improvements. Learn more here

To request removal of your name from an arrest report, submit these required items to arrestreports@patch.com.