MILVERTON – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Perth East resident after an assault during a domestic occurrence.
Police were called to a residence on Pacific Avenue in the Township of Perth East just after 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 5, for an assault that had just occurred. The victim received minor injuries as a result.
A 38-year-old resident of Perth East has been arrested and charged with assault – spousal. The accused has been released from custody and will appear in court at a later date to answer to the charges.
Victims of sexual assault/domestic violence are not alone. If you, or someone you know, is in need of 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 9-1-1.