Peterborough Man Arrested After Allegedly Punching His Partner In the Face

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A 60-year-old Peterborough man is facing several charges after allegedly punching his partner on Monday afternoon.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

At roughly 3:15 p.m., a McDonnel Street and Bethune Street-area residence was reported with a disturbance. Officers learned that a verbal argument between a man and a woman had escalated with the latter being allegedly punched in the face and verbally threatened. She did not require medical attention.

The man was arrested and charged with:

  • Assault - Spousal

  • Uttering Threats - Cause death or Bodily Harm-Spousal

  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The accused is currently bound by a probation order with several conditions including not having any contact with the woman.

The accused is being held in custody and will appear in court on Tuesday.

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