Pillow talk turns violent in wilkes-barre

WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — A 29-year-old man was arrested Tuesday night after a domestic dispute over a pillow escalated into an alleged assault on West Market Street, according to the Wilkes-Barre City Police Department.

Key Points

Police responded to a domestic incident involving a physical assault on April 9 at 10:09 p.m.
The victim, a 33-year-old man, told officers he was struck several times during an argument over a pillow.
Daijajuan Terry was taken into custody and transported to City Headquarters for processing.

Verbal argument turns physical

Officers were dispatched to the residence at 10:09 p.m. following a 911 call reporting a domestic altercation. Upon arrival, they made contact with the 33-year-old male victim who said he and the suspect, identified as Daijajuan Terry, had been arguing about a pillow.

During the dispute, the victim alleged that Terry struck him multiple times, prompting the police response.

Arrest and processing

Terry, a resident of Wilkes-Barre, was taken into custody at the scene without incident. He was transported to the City Headquarters for processing and arraignment.

Authorities have not disclosed the extent of the victim’s injuries or whether medical treatment was required.

Charges pending after assault call

The incident has been logged under IRC Number 250073191. Police have not yet released further details regarding formal charges or court dates.

A Wilkes-Barre man was arrested after a pillow argument turned violent, leaving another man assaulted in his own home.

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