JENSEN BEACH — Martin County sheriff’s deputies arrested a 47-year-old man after he attacked a bartender Wednesday at Harper’s Pub because he thought he spiked his drink, according to a report.

Deputies arrested Matthew Way, of the 2100 block of Northeast Poinciana Lane, after he confronted the bartender, according to the report.

The report gave this account:

The bartender was trying to walk by Way while trying to get supplies out of a side closet. Way accused the bartender of spiking his drink a few weeks ago.

As the bartender tried walking away, Way punched him and they both got entangled in a fight on the floor. The bartender got on top of Way and waited for deputies to arrive.

Deputies charged Way with battery and disorderly conduct and transported him to Martin County Jail.
By TCPalm Staff

Tags: arrest, bars, bartender, battery, drinking, fight

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