1WILKES-BARRE, PA – A 58-year-old man, Carlos Sanchez, was taken into custody following an incident involving a domestic dispute on Scott Street. Officers were dispatched to the scene on Saturday at 9:08 PM after receiving a report of the altercation.

Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim, a 40-year-old woman, who detailed the events leading to the incident. She reported that during a verbal argument with Sanchez, he struck her several times with a closed fist and then threw her to the ground.

Sanchez was subsequently arrested and transported to City Headquarters for processing and arraignment. He faces charges related to the incident, according to police.

Details on the specific charges have not been released. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the

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