BY PETER HYSLOP
A man's been charged following an investigation by the Hunter DV High Risk Offender Team into alleged offences at Rutherford.
On Wednesday March 5, police were called to a home following reports of DV, at the scene, police were told a man had allegedly forced entry to the home before assaulting and threatening a woman who is known to him.
A member of the public who tried to assist the woman was also allegedly assaulted.
When officers arrived the man had fled.
Officers commenced extensive inquiries into his whereabouts, and attended a home at Telarah yesterday morning, where a 32-year-old man was arrested.
He's been charged with contravening apprehended violence orders, stalking and intimidation offences, and assault occasioning actual bodily harm.
He was refused bail to appear before Maitland Local Court yesterday.
If you or anyone you know needs support call 1800 Respect on 1800 737 732.
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| Credit: Port Stephens Hunter Police |
