Crime & Safety

New Haven Man Slashes Ex-Girlfriend in Stomach with Box Cutter: West Haven Police

Police said the victim suffered a large laceration to her abdomen and was hospitalized for emergency treatment.

WEST HAVEN, CT — A New Haven man is accused of slashing his ex-girlfriend in the stomach with a box cutter Saturday night in West Haven.

West Haven Police responded to a Glade Street address at about 8 p.m. on the report of an assault in a domestic dispute. Police said the victim suffered a large laceration to her abdomen and was transported to an area hospital for emergency treatment.

The victim told police she was assaulted by her ex-boyfriend and provided a description of the suspect.

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As police were en route, officers found the suspect walking a short distance away from the address.

As officers approached the suspect, he threw the box cutter on the pavement, according to police.

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Arthur Glen Mabry, 45, of Munson Street in New Haven, was arrested on charges of first-degree assault, violation of protective order, burglary and criminal mischief. He was held on a $150,000 bond.

Pictured: Arthur Glen Mabry, 45, of New Haven / West Haven Police Department photo

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