Man Found Passed Out, Becomes Combative When Help Arrives

Occurred on 2/7/12, 6:31 p.m.  Public Intoxication   5420 McArdle     1202070136

CCPD Officers and CCFD Emergency Personnel responded to Boots N Britches for a man passed out on the sidewalk.  Medics were trying to check on the man’s welfare when he began swinging at them and the Officer. 

With the assistance of the medics, the Officer was able to handcuff  and arrest the uncontrollable male.  Roberto Herrera (08/23/66) sustained scratches to his face and hand during the scuffle.   

Herrera was medically cleared and booked at the City Detention Center.  He was charged with Public Intoxication and Resisting Arrest.