Roberto Rivera Arrested in Berwick on Simple Assault Charge

Berwick police say 43-year-old Roberto Rivera was arrested after a domestic disturbance on the 400 block of East Eighth Street, where the victim reported Rivera pushed her to the ground, struck her and bit her, causing visible injuries. Rivera was taken into custody and charged with simple assault at the Borough of Berwick Police Department. All persons are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.