Hicksville man arrested for alleged Franklin Square assault

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A Hicksville man was arrested and charged with alleged assault in Franklin Square July 10 at 1:55 p.m.

Daljit Singh, 58, of Brittle Lane, Hicksville, allegedly had a verbal dispute with the owner of OK Gas Station on New Hyde Park Road about vehicles parked at a neighboring business’ property, according to Nassau police. 

The argument escalated and Singh allegedly slashed the 64-year-old gas station owner in the left side off the neck and arm with a small knife. Singh was arrested without incident.

The gas station owner suffered two small cuts and was brought to a local hospital for evaluation and treatment. 

Singh was charged with assault, attempted assault and criminal possession of a weapon. He will be arraigned July 11 in Hempstead District Court.