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Police: N.Y. woman assaulted EMT

Officers arrested Amanda E. Emery, who they say struck and intentionally spit on an EMS provider who was trying to render aid

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The Post-Star

JACKSON, N.Y. — A woman was arrested on Tuesday for allegedly spitting on an emergency medical technician while they attempted to help her.

State police on Tuesday arrested Amanda E. Emery, 32, on a charge of felony second-degree attempted assault.

On Sept. 29, police responded to a residence in the town of Jackson, to assist EMS. According to police, Emery struck and intentionally spit on an EMS technician while they were attempting to provide aid to her.

She was transported to the Greenwich state police station for processing and was issued an appearance ticket for Jackson Town Court on Nov. 10.

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