West Haven, Conn./WTIC Radio - A West Haven police officer is on administrative leave following an incident over the summer.
Officer Richard Naccarato responded to a restaurant and bar July 1 on a report of a man who wouldn't leave.
A scuffle ensued.
The suspect hit the officer, who, according to a warrant, punched the suspect 18 times.
Another officer intervened.
Naccarato also faces an assault charge.
West Haven Police Chief Joseph Perno says steps are being taken to decertify Naccarato as a police officer.