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Family Fight Results In Assault Charge

August 2nd, 2015 by WCBC Radio

On Saturday, August 01, 2015 at approximately 11:20 p.m., the Cumberland Police Department responded to a residence located in the first block of E. Mary Street in reference to a domestic assault. Upon the officers arrival contact was made with the victim who stated that he had an argument with his adult son, and then his son assaulted him. The victim stated that he was punched in the face by his son. Officers observed injuries consistent with the victim’s statement. The victim did not require medical treatment for his injuries.

Edward Earl Twigg, age 35, Cumberland, MD was placed under arrest and charged with one count of second degree assault.

Twigg was transported to police headquarters for processing. Twigg was later taken to District Court for his initial appearance and released on an unsecured bond of $4,000.00.

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