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Alec Baldwin arrested after 'punching someone' during dispute over parking spot in New York

Alec Baldwin has been arrested in New York, police said (Picture: AP)

Alec Baldwin has been arrested for allegedly punching someone during a dispute over a parking spot in New York.

The actor was taken into custody just before 2pm on Friday in Manhattan's West Village neighbourhood.

The parking dispute is understood to have occurred on East 10th Street, near where Baldwin lives with his wife and children.

Baldwin claimed he had a family member holding the spot when a man driving a station wagon pulled up and took it, police said.

Officials said the men were arguing and pushing each other before Baldwin, 60, allegedly turned violent.

Actor Alec Baldwin with his wife Hilaria Baldwin (REUTERS)

The 49-year-old station wagon driver was taken to a hospital with jaw pain.

A representative for Baldwin did not immediately respond to a message requesting comment.

Baldwin's new show, The Alec Baldwin Show, premiered on ABC on October 14.

He is known for playing President Donald Trump on Saturday Night Live.

Asked about Baldwin's arrest, Mr Trump said: "I wish him luck."

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