A 54-year-old, California man was arrested late Friday night for throwing a glass at a bar manager.
James Brooks was charged with battery.
Upper Keys Deputy Justin Rivas was called to an Islamorada bar and arrived to find Brooks as well as the victim. They were separated. The victim and witnesses said Brooks came into the bar to discuss a credit card he had left behind several nights before. Brooks ordered several alcoholic drinks. Brooks became upset with the bartender over a discussion over the lost or missing credit card. The manager arrived in an attempt to resolve the matter. Brooks through a glass cup containing an alcoholic beverage at his face, causing minor injuries. Brooks claimed the drink toss was in self-defense.
Deputy Rivas reviewed security footage of the incident.
Brooks was taken to jail.