Men Fight at Jalisco's and on Main Street; Police Seek Info

Two men got into a fight Saturday night at the bar in Jalisco's on Main Street in Watsonville, they fought again outside the business, and on Monday police asked the public for more info.

"At this point in the investigation, both men are considered victims and suspects and their names will not be released," Watsonville police Sgt. Saul Gonzalez said in a statement Monday.

The incident was reported just after 10 p.m. March 23 at Jalisco Restaurant, 618 Main St.

"One of the males, 40 years old, was ordering drinks at the bar when the other male, 27 years old, attacked him from behind and delivered several blows to his head and face area," Gonzalez said.

The fighting was captured on surveillance cameras, Gonzalez said.

"The 40 year old was able to defend himself and fight back," Gonzalez said. "The fight was quickly broken up and the aggressor, the 27 year old, was kicked out of the bar and the police were called by a Jalisco's employee."

The motive for the first fight was being investigated.

Outside Jalisco's on Main Street, the two men found each other and another fight ensued, at 600 Main St., Gonzalez said.

"When police arrived they found the 27 year old laying on the ground with unknown injuries, but he was non-responsive to officer's questions," Gonzalez said. "He was flown out to a bay area hospital for further evaluation."

The 27-year-old was treated for injuries that were not life-threatening and he was released, Gonzalez said. The 40-year-old remained near the second fight scene on Main Street. He was contacted by law enforcement, provided a statement, and he was released.

"Detectives are investigating the two separate fights to determine who was at fault," Gonzalez said. At the conclusion of the investigation, police may seek a warrant charging one or both of the men with criminal charges.

Anyone with more info was urged to call the Watsonville Police Department Crime Tip line at (831) 728-3544 or the Investigation Bureau at (831) 768-3352.

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