ANNAPOLIS, Md. — An aggravated assault occurred at a gas station on West Street on Wednesday evening, according to local authorities. The incident took place at the Exxon station located at 1926 West Street at approximately 6:20 p.m.
Police responded to the scene after receiving reports of a physical altercation between two individuals. The altercation reportedly began as a verbal argument before escalating into physical violence.
The victim, whose identity has not been released, told officers that an unknown male suspect strangled him using both hands. The suspect then allegedly picked up the victim and slammed him into a nearby lottery ticket machine.
No injuries were observed at the scene, and the victim refused medical treatment. Annapolis police are investigating the incident, and no arrests have been made at this time.