Palmer Twp. police searching for man accused of punching, threatening to kill girlfriend

PALMER TWP., Pa. – Police in Northampton County are looking for a man they say threatened to kill his girlfriend, in addition to punching her and dragging her by her hair.

Authorities charged William Joseph Ortiz, 39, with terroristic threats, simple assault, and harassment, according to a news release from the Palmer Township Police Department.

On Monday at 10:30 a.m., township police were sent to a local hospital for an assault victim. An officer spoke with the woman, who had visible injuries, according to township police…

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