SHAFTSBURY — A 32-year-old man from Bennington was arrested for domestic assault following an incident in Shaftsbury yesterday.
Authorities say they were notified of a domestic disturbance at a home at around 8:30 p.m.
Police allege that Joseph Smith physically assaulted a family member, causing pain and injury.
Smith was arrested and transported to the Shaftsbury barracks for processing.
Court Clerk Wendy Dickie imposed conditions of release upon Joseph and ordered him to appear in court today.
Smith was released on his own recognizance.
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