Man Allegedly Beats, Strangles Family Member: Dunbarton Police

DUNBARTON, NH — A local man was arraigned in superior court today after being arrested for allegedly assaulting a family member. Dwayne Demers, 46, of Mansion Road in Dunbarton, was arrested on March 18, 2018, for second-degree assault, a felony, as well as domestic violence-assault. Yesterday afternoon, according to a police post on Facebook, officers were sent to an address in town after a man reportedly attacks a family member.

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The attack reportedly occurred after a verbal argument. Demers allegedly punched the man “several times” and attempted to forcefully removed him from a vehicle.

“The victim sustained injuries to his neck and face,” the report noted.

Demers was held on $5,000 cash bail and transported to the Merrimack County House of Corrections. He was arraigned today and released on personal recognizance bail.

“Demers is ordered to have no contact with the victim,” the report alleged.

Anyone with further information can contact Officer Ralph McClellan at ralphmcclellan@gsinet.net or 603-774-5500.

Image via Dunbarton Police.