Cumberland, MD – A 25-year-old woman was arrested Saturday after police say she attacked another person during a domestic dispute inside a Cumberland home.
Officers responded to a residence in the 400 block of Cumberland Street following a report of an assault.
The victim told police the altercation began when the woman started throwing their belongings out of the home.
Key Points
- Inaya Sieana Smith, 25, arrested for second-degree assault in Cumberland
- Victim reported being struck with a stick and threatened with a knife
- Smith released on $5,000 unsecured bond after initial court appearance
Police say argument escalated into physical assault
Investigators determined that during the argument, the suspect, identified as Inaya Sieana Smith, allegedly hit the victim with a stick and swung a knife toward them. No serious injuries were reported at the scene.
Arrest and court proceedings
Smith was taken into custody without further incident and charged with second-degree assault. She was brought before a District Court Commissioner for her initial hearing and later released on a $5,000 unsecured bond.
Ongoing monitoring of domestic incidents
The Cumberland Police Department continues to respond to and investigate domestic disturbances in the area, emphasizing the importance of reporting violent or escalating disputes before they result in injury.