Yorktown Woman Charged with Assault, Weapon Possession After Alleged Stabbing

Yorktown Police report the arrest of a 43-year-old Yorktown woman, who is charged with Assault 2nd Degree, a Class "D" Felony, Criminal Possession of a Weapon 4th Degree, a Class "A" Misdemeanor and Criminal Mischief 4th Degree, a Class "A" Misdemeanor.
 
On December 24, 2022, at approximately 3:10 am, Yorktown Police responded to a report of a domestic dispute at a residence.  Upon arrival, they met with the victim who was bleeding from the back of the neck.  After an investigation on scene, it was determined that while arguing with the defendant, the defendant allegedly grabbed a kitchen knife and stabbed the victim on the back of the neck.  The defendant also allegedly kicked a bathroom door causing damage to the door frame.  The defendant, who was still on scene, was placed under arrest by P.O Rana and transported to Yorktown Police Headquarters for processing.
 
Following processing on the above charges, the defendant was arraigned by the Honorable Gary Raniolo, who issued an Order of Protection on behalf of the victim.  The defendant was released on her own recognizance and is due to appear in Yorktown Justice Court on January 17, 2023 at 6:00 pm.