Norristown officer charged with striking naked man with…
Originally reported by NBC10 Philadelphia — 2026-02-10
A Norristown police sergeant has been charged with aggravated assault and other offenses after striking a naked man in an intersection, sparking controversy and an investigation into the incident.
Key Facts
- Sergeant Daniel DeOrzio was charged with multiple offenses including aggravated assault, simple assault, official oppression, and recklessly endangering another person
- The incident occurred when Rich, a naked man, approached Sgt. DeOrzio’s patrol vehicle in the intersection of West Airy and Stanbridge streets
- Rich was hit by Sgt. DeOrzio’s patrol car after he accelerated without warning, causing him to go airborne and land several feet away
Incident Details
| Location | Norristown, City, State |
| Department | Norristown Police Department |
| Officers Involved | Sergeant Daniel DeOrzio (charged) |
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Norristown officer charged with striking naked man with patrol vehicle — NBC10 Philadelphia
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