Kensington Man Charged with Strangling Fiancé Over Texts

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A Kensington man faces several domestic violence charges after he allegedly strangled his fiancé over text messages, police said.

Robert Perretta, 45, was charged with second-degree strangulation, third-degree assault, second-degree unlawful restraint, and disorderly conduct after an alleged altercation that took place early Sunday at his fiancé's home on School Street in Fairfield.

According to the police report, the couple had been at a going away party and told police they both had a few drinks. When they returned to the complainant's home, Perretta reportedly questioned his fiancé about who she was texting and then began to physically struggle with her, police said.

The complainant told police Perretta started to choke her and punch her in the head and then he stopped assaulting her, according to the report. She reported the incident to headquarters on Sunday afternoon, too shaken up to call police right after it happened, department spokesperson Lt. James Perez said.

The woman had visible injuries to her face and neck. Police talked to Perretta, who did not deny the accusations against him, Perez said.

Perretta was released after posting  $5,000 bond and was scheduled to have appeared in court on Monday.