Fonda man faces strangulation charges after child reports domestic incident

Montgomery County, NY (WRGB) — A Fonda man has been arrested following a reported domestic incident in Amsterdam, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.

Authorities say deputies responded to a residence on February 16, 2026, after receiving a report of a physical domestic dispute that was called in by a child inside the home. Upon arrival, deputies investigated allegations of physical violence that included reported strangulation of a female victim.

Following the investigation, 44-year-old Peter Buanno of Fonda, was taken into custody and transported to the Sheriff’s Office for processing…

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