Durham police lay charges against Scugog man for intimate partner violence

DAN CEARNS The Standard

SCUGOG: The Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) have charged a 46-year-old Scugog man following an investigation into intimate partner violence.

A DRPS press release explained the investigation began on May 30th after “a series of violent incidents involving two parties involved in an intimate relationship.”

“During the investigation, it was learned that the male violently assaulted the female causing injuries to her face and neck, at which time the Intimate Partner Violence Unit took over the investigation,” the release adds.

The suspect was then seen at a hotel on Thursday, June 5th where he fled on foot from officers but was found by the police service’s K9 unit.

The 46 year-old man, whose name won’t be identified to protect the victim, is facing two counts of spousal assault, as well as charges of uttering threats of death or bodily harm, harassment by means of repeated telecommunications, choking, suffocating or strangling and publishing an intimate image without consent.

“Intimate partner violence can take many forms, including physical, emotional, financial, and psychological abuse. It knows no boundaries and can impact people of all ages, genders, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds. This incident serves as a crucial reminder that we must come together as a community to support those affected by intimate partner violence and work towards creating safer environments for everyone. If you or anyone you know is a victim of Intimate Partner Violence please reach out for help,” the release concludes.