In a Winchester Police Department (WPD) press release they report that they have arrested Charles William Newman on malicious wounding charges.

The 44 year old Newman is accused of assaulting his girlfriend with a knife and kicking her.

The victim who was found on the lawn has been transported to Winchester Medical Center and is being treated for fractures to her face and spine.

Authorities observed a small child in the home with Newman in the 700 block of Kevin Ct. Winchester.

After demands for Newman to come out were ignored authorities including SWAT forced their way in and took Newman into custody.

The child was found safe and is now with family members.

Newman is being held without bond the victim was listed in serious condition at the hospital.

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