Prosecutor Accused of Choking Woman in Bar

A Manhattan prosecutor accused of choking a woman during an argument in an Irish bar has been arraigned on an assault charge in the courthouse where he works.

Eli Cherkasky, 35, is accused of grabbing a woman by her arms and shouting at her at about 2 a.m. on Nov. 1 at the bar Failte in Kips Bay. After a few minutes, he attacked her again, pushing her to the floor and choking her with both hands, according to the criminal complaint.

He was released on his own recognizance after being arraigned Friday night, according to court records.

Cherkasky, who has worked eight years for the Manhattan D.A.’s office, is charged with assault, criminal obstruction of breathing, menacing and harassment.

A prosecutor from the Bronx District Attorney’s Office will handle the case to avoid any conflict of interest.

Cherkasky's lawyer did not immediately return a message requesting comment about the charges.
 

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