The Chatham-Kent police have arrested a man in connection with a domestic disturbance early this morning.
Around 12:00 a.m. police responded to a residence in Chatham in regards to an assault complaint. Upon the officer’s arrival, a woman reported that she had been pushed by her common-law during a verbal argument. The dispute escalated when the man threw a cell phone and threatened her. Through investigation, the woman also disclosed a previous incident of domestic assault. The woman did not require medical attention.
Around 12:30 a.m. the man was arrested. The 45-year-old Chatham man has been charged with assault with a weapon, uttering threats and two counts of assault. He has been held in custody pending a bail hearing.