Wilkes-Barre, PA – A domestic dispute at 151 Dana Street in Wilkes-Barre City took a serious turn on a recent day. The altercation involved assault, aggravated assault, and harassment, leading to the arrest of Flossie Haskins, a 44-year-old resident of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The victim, a 69-year-old male from the same area, suffered a visible laceration on his face allegedly inflicted by Haskins during a verbal argument.
Law enforcement officers were called to the address at 0648 hours where they found the injured victim. According to reports, the victim accused Haskins of cutting his face with a knife amidst their heated exchange. Police took Haskins into custody without any further issues. She was subsequently detained pending arraignment. This incident adds to the list of domestic disputes that have required police intervention to ensure the safety of those involved.
The Wilkes-Barre City Police Department handled the response to this distressing event swiftly and efficiently. Instances of domestic disputes turning violent underscore the critical role law enforcement plays in diffusing such situations. The arrested individual, Flossie Haskins, is now facing serious charges related to the alleged assault, awaiting further legal proceedings as the victim recovers from his injuries.