A 21-year-old El Dorado man was arrested early Saturday morning after striking another man in the face.

According to Lawrence Police Sgt. Ted Bordman, the incident occurred at an apartment complex in the 2500 block of West 31st street. Bordman said the suspect had battered the victim, hitting him and inflicting facial injuries.

The victim was transported to Lawrence Memorial Hospital by a private vehicle in order to receive treatment for his injuries.

The suspect was booked into the Douglas County Jail about 3:36 a.m.