Wilkes-Barre Police File Charges in Assault Case

June 13, 2024

WILKES-BARRE, PA – The Wilkes-Barre City Police Department is investigating an assault that occurred on June 12, 2024, at 1037 North Washington Street. The incident took place at approximately 6:17 PM.

Authorities were called to the scene following a report of an assault. Upon arrival, officers met with the 31-year-old female victim, who reported that she had been involved in a verbal altercation with a coworker. During the altercation, the defendant, identified as 32-year-old Namir Lester of Wilkes-Barre, allegedly struck the victim and then fled the scene.

The police have since filed charges against Lester in connection with the assault. Further details of the incident and the nature of the charges are being handled by the local authorities as they continue their investigation.

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