NORTH PERTH – The Perth County OPP has charged a North Perth resident after an assault during a domestic occurrence.
Police say they began an investigation at a North Perth residence on Feb. 13. According to police, the incident occurred a few days before, and the victim was not injured during the assault.
Charged is a 26-year-old resident of North Perth. They have been charged with assault causing bodily harm – choke, suffocate, or strangle; and fail to comply with probation order.
Police typically do not release the name of the accused in a domestic assault case in order to protect the identity of the victim.
The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear in Stratford court at a later date.
Victims of sexual assault or domestic violence are not alone. If you, or someone you know, needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services Bruce Grey Perth at 1-866-376-9852.
If you are in an immediate crisis, dial 911.
