A domestic incident that happened in the town of Potter resulted in the arrest of a 27-year-old Penn Yan man.
It is alleged that Jacob Thornton subjected another person to unwanted physical contact in the presence of a child. During the dispute, Thorton also allegedly damaged property that did not belong to him.
Thornton was charged with criminal mischief, criminal obstruction of breathing, harassment, and endangering the welfare of a child.
Following his arraignment, Thornton was sent to Yates County Jail to await CAP Court
The fact that a defendant has been charged with a crime is merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
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