A 20-year-old Hanover man is facing assault charges due to alleged intimate partner violence.
According to Hanover Police Service, officers responded to a report of a domestic disturbance on October 22, 2026.
Police said they began an investigation into an alleged assault, but found the initial complaint was false, and that the complainant had allegedly caused property damage and attempted to mislead police.
As the investigation continued, officers learned of several additional incidents of intimate partner violence that had allegedly occurred over the previous several months.
As a result, the 20-year-old was arrested and charged with assault, assault causing bodily harm, uttering threats, mischief under $5,000 and public mischief.
The accused was held for a bail hearing and subsequently released by the court on a release order with conditions.
Hanover Police Service reminds the public that intimate partner violence is a serious matter and victims are encouraged to seek assistance and report incidents to police.
