Cape May Man Facing Multiple Charges After Domestic Violence Probe

Cape May, N.J. — A Cape May man is facing several charges, including aggravated assault, following a domestic violence investigation.

The Cape May Police Department said Aucelio Juarez-Ruiz was arrested after a victim reported being assaulted on multiple occasions during February and April of this year.

Following an investigation, Juarez-Ruiz was charged with the following offenses:

• Aggravated Assault by Strangulation
• Aggravated Assault on a Domestic Violence Victim
• Aggravated Assault Causing Serious Bodily Injury
• Terroristic Threats – Threat to Kill
• Unlawful Possession of a Weapon
• Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose

Juarez-Ruiz was taken into custody and transported to the Cape May County Correctional Center, where he is being held pending a detention hearing.

Anyone with information regarding this or any other criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Cape May Police Department at (609) 884-9500.

The public is reminded that charges are accusations and all persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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