Wilkes-barre man arrested for assault, terroristic threats in domestic dispute
Police Handcuffs- File Photo - Arrest

Wilkes-Barre Man Arrested for Assault, Terroristic Threats in Domestic Dispute

by
August 20, 2024

WILKES-BARRE, Pa., — A Wilkes-Barre man is facing charges of assault and making terroristic threats following a domestic dispute late Saturday night. The incident occurred on August 17, 2024, at approximately 11:32 p.m. at a residence on North Grant Street.

Officers from the Wilkes-Barre City Police Department were dispatched to the scene after receiving a report of a domestic altercation. Upon arrival, they made contact with the 37-year-old female victim, who reported that she had been involved in a verbal argument with the defendant, identified as 38-year-old Oscar Sosa, also of Wilkes-Barre.

The victim stated that the dispute began when she expressed her desire to leave the residence to attend a party. During the altercation, Sosa allegedly escalated the situation by placing a knife against her neck and threatening to kill her.

Sosa was taken into custody by responding officers and transported to City Headquarters for processing and arraignment. He is expected to face charges of assault and terroristic threats.

The investigation is ongoing as authorities continue to gather evidence related to the incident.

Shore News Network Staff Report
Shore News Network Staff Report Latest posts

Shore News Network Staff Report is the official newsroom byline used by Shore News Network when a story is produced through the collaborative work of multiple members of the editorial team rather than a single reporter.

This newsroom account is reserved for articles that involve contributions from multiple journalists, editors, photographers, researchers, or news desk staff. It is also used for developing stories that are updated as new verified information becomes available, as well as for community announcements, weather coverage, public safety alerts, election results, and other newsroom-produced content.

Every article published under the Shore News Network Staff Report byline is reviewed and edited in accordance with the organization's editorial standards for accuracy, fairness, attribution, and transparency. Information is verified through official government agencies, court records, law enforcement, public documents, direct reporting, interviews, and other reliable primary and secondary sources before publication whenever possible.

The Staff Report account does not use artificial intelligence to independently generate news or publish unverified information. AI-assisted tools may occasionally be used for editorial support tasks such as transcription, formatting, grammar review, or workflow efficiency, but all published content is subject to human editorial oversight and approval by Shore News Network's newsroom staff.

As an independently owned digital news organization, Shore News Network is committed to original reporting, public safety journalism, government accountability, local community coverage, and breaking news throughout New Jersey and surrounding regions. Stories published under the Staff Report byline reflect the collective experience and editorial judgment of the Shore News Network newsroom.

Readers who have corrections, additional information, or news tips related to a Staff Report article are encouraged to contact the newsroom at news@shorenewsnetwork.com. Shore News Network welcomes factual corrections and updates as part of its commitment to accurate, transparent journalism.

  1. NJ Creates New Civil Rights Unit to Fight Language-Based Discrimination in Public Schools
  2. Devoted Orioles Fan Wins $182,263 Home Run Riches Jackpot on Maryland Lottery Ticket
  3. Akron Officer Honored After Saving Choking Worker With Heimlich Maneuver
  4. Man Forces His Way into Woman’s New Jersey Motel Room Before Robbing and Assaulting Her