According to the Atwater Police Department, officers responded on October 19th, 2019,  at approximately 8:40 p.m., for reports of a physical fight at the Almond Tree Lounge.

Investigators are seeking the public’s help in identifying a person of interest involved in the physical fight.

The altercation between the two males led to one of the involved parties being treated medically after his ear was partially bitten off by the other male.

Witnesses described the responsible party as a Hispanic male adult in his 20’s standing approximately 5’9″ and weighing approximately 180 lbs.

The suspect was reported to have a thin mustache, long hair that was in a ponytail and answered to the name “J.D.”

Any information that you might have surrounding the incident or persons involved are encouraged to contact Detective Vierra of the Atwater Police Department at 209-357-6395.

All calls may remain anonymous upon request.