1Cumberland man arrested in W. Oldtown Road assault after fleeing scene

CUMBERLAND, MD – A 19-year-old man is facing assault charges after allegedly attacking a woman during a verbal dispute at a residence on W. Oldtown Road early Sunday, then fleeing the scene before police arrived.

Braylin Nasir Rhodes of Cumberland was arrested later that day on an active warrant issued by the Allegany County District Court. Officers had responded to the home for a reported assault and spoke with a female victim who said Rhodes assaulted her during an argument, resulting in minor injuries.

By the time officers arrived, Rhodes had already fled the residence. Police were unable to locate him at the time, prompting investigators to submit an application for charges, which led to the issuance of an arre

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