A Boise man was arrested after he threw a bottle at a man and then punched him at a Downtown Boise bar early Tuesday.

Police took Joseph P. Ryan, 28, into custody on a charge of aggravated battery.

Ryan threw a glass bottle at the victim, which caused a deep cut in his forehead, police said. Witnesses told police that Ryan punched the victim after the victim was on the ground.

The fight occurred shortly before 1 a.m. in the 500 block of West Main Street. Police said they believe alcohol was a factor. Police did not identify the victim. He was taken to a hospital.

Bill Roberts: 377-6408