Crime & Safety

Head-Butt Leads to Charges for Naugatuck Man

The accused allegedly assaulted his girlfriend, police said.

Naugatuck Police say Elvin Martinez, 40, of 972B New Haven Rd., allegedly assaulted his girlfriend in a domestic dispute on Oct. 8, 2015.

Police say he allegedly head-butted the victim, causing swelling to the forehead.

Martinez is charged with third-degree assault and disorderly conduct, police say.

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Martinez was given a court date at Waterbury Superior Court for Oct. 9, 2015 and was released on a $1000 bond.

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