TOWN OF WALLKILL- A 40-year-old Town of Wallkill man has been arrested on charges that he threatened another man with a screwdriver.
Wallkill Police were called to a residence at 327 East Main Street in Wallkill at 5 p.m. on Monday for a report that a man, later identified as Rafael Horacio Arias, displayed an orange handle screwdriver during a dispute.
The following day, Officer Llancy Hernandez investigated, searched Arias’ home and found the screwdriver. He was charged with criminal possession of a weapon, menacing and attempted criminal mischief and harassment.
Arias was released on his own recognizance pending a future court appearance.
Wallkill Police were assisted by City of Middletown and State Police and the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
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