The factual allegations contained in the misdemeanor information were sufficient to satisfy the physical injury element of assault in the third degree. The information recited that "defendant struck informant ... on his face with a closed fist," and that "as a result of defendant's actions, he suffered swelling and bruising to the left side of his face and bruising and swelling to his left eye as well as experienced annoyance, alarm and fear for his physical safety."
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