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Benton, Ky. man arrested on assault charge

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Michael D. Elder (Source: McCracken County Jail) Michael D. Elder (Source: McCracken County Jail)
PADUCAH, KY (KFVS) -

A Benton, Ky. man was arrested after police say he assaulted a man early Saturday morning at a bar and grill.

Michael D. Elder, 26, of Benton, Ky. was arrested on a charge of second-degree assault.

Witnesses told police that Elder and Aaron M. Severns, 28, of Paducah had a disagreement around 12:30 a.m. Saturday at the Star Bar and Grill. Police say the dispute turned physical and Severns was injured. They say Severns and Elder are acquaintances.

Severns was admitted to Lourdes Hospital for treatment. No word on his condition.

Police say they arrested Elder shortly before 8 a.m. after being interviewed by detectives.

He was taken to McCracken County Jail.

Investigators are asking witnesses of the incident to call Det. Matt Smith at 270-444-8553.

The investigation is continuing.

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