Police: Man arrested for assaulting PSEG employee in East Rockaway

Authorities say the 61-year-old employee was working on Atlantic Avenue when 33-year-old John Spears confronted him.

News 12 Staff

Jul 20, 2025, 12:35 PM

Updated 3 hr ago

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A Lynbrook man accused of attacking a PSEG employee Saturday in East Rockaway is facing numerous charges, according to police.
Authorities say the 61-year-old employee was working on Atlantic Avenue when 33-year-old John Spears confronted him around 11 a.m.
The two got into a verbal argument. Spears then began to hit the man until his glasses fell off and broke.
The victim called 911 immediately. Spears was arrested and transported to a hospital.
Police say he became aggressive and caused extensive damage after kicking a wall.
The charges against him include assault, criminal mischief and menacing.
He is scheduled to appear in court Sunday in Hempstead.