Teen charged with domestic assault against intimate partner

Sudbury — A 15-year-old from Markstay-Warren has been charged with the domestic assault of their romantic partner.

Provincial police say officers from the Nipissing West detachment responded to a dispute at a home in the small community east of Greater Sudbury around 2 p.m. on July 3.

As a result, a 15-year-old was arrested and has been charged with spousal assault.

Const. Michelle Coulombe is the detachment's community safety officer.

"Since they are in an intimate relationship (boyfriend/girlfriend), it’s classified as a domestic," said Coulombe.

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear in court on July 30 in Sudbury. The allegation has not been proven in court.

“We know that home may not be a safe place for some women and children who are asked to self-isolate. YWCA Genevra House remains open to protect women and children fleeing violence. If you or someone you know needs help or wants to speak to a shelter worker, please call 705-674-2210. If you are in immediate danger, call 911,” said the Greater Sudbury Police Service website.