Man Attacks Person With Clothing Iron At South Jersey Home: Authorities

BRIDGETON, NJ — A 19-year-old man was arrested after he attacked a person with a clothing iron at a home, the Bridgeton Police Department said.

Raaed Clark, Jr., of Bridgeton, was charged with aggravated assault with a weapon, weapon possession unlawful purpose, and unlawful possession of a weapon.

On Nov. 2, at around 4 a.m., officers responded to a home in the 100 block of Nichols Street for a report of an assault.

Clark had knocked on the door and was met with a person who opened it.

An argument occurred over an earlier situation at the home that began as verbal before turning into a physical fight.

At this time, Clark went into the home and took an iron that was on a table nearby. He then hit the person and left the scene.

The individual was left with minor injuries and refused medical attention, officials added.

Clark was arrested at his home shortly thereafter and taken to the Bridgeton Police Department.

He was then released pending a court appearance.

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