People v. Williams

Judgment unanimously affirmed. Memorandum: We reject defendant’s contention that the evidence of "physical injury” (Penal Law § 10.00 [9]) was insufficient to support his second degree assault conviction (Penal Law § 120.05 [2]). Two abdominal stab wounds measuring one by one-half centimeters long, which were treated with sutures and bandages, constitute physical injuries (see, People v Ruttenbur, 112 AD2d 13; People v Starling, 104 AD2d 742). We have examined defendant’s remaining argument and find it to be meritless. (Appeal from judgment of Supreme Court, Erie County, Flynn, J.—assault,…