Harrington Police arrest man for alleged assault

HARRINGTON, Del. – A Harrington man was arrested Thursday afternoon after he allegedly assaulted a teenager at his home.

At around 4 PM, officers on patrol were called to the Milford Memorial Hospital Emergency Room for a report of an assault. A 14-year-old victim reported to police that he been assaulted by 34-year-old Isiah Sample of Harrington.

Through investigation, police learned that the victim and Sample are family members, and that the incident began as an altercation at the suspect’s home in the 100 block of Central Park Drive. Sample then reportedly began choking the victim and assaulted him.

Another family member took the victim to the hospital for treatment, and police were able to arrest Sample at his home without incident.

Sample was charged with strangulation, offensive touching, and disorderly conduct. He was released on his own recognizance pending a future court appearance.