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LA PLATA, Md. - A Charles County man is facing multiple charges after allegedly assaulting a woman and a young child inside a La Plata home, according to officials.
Suspect barricade
The incident happened around 8:30 p.m. on Sept. 10 in the 6300 block of Nelson Drive.
Deputies say Christopher Dale Buchanan, 37, assaulted the victims and held a knife to the woman’s throat, threatening to kill her.
Christopher Dale Buchanan (Charles County Sheriff’s Office)
Victims escape safely
The woman and child managed to escape, while Buchanan barricaded himself inside the home. Officers later entered and took him into custody.
Buchanan is charged with aggravated assault, assault and other related offenses.
He’s being held without bond at the Charles County Detention Center. Additional charges may be filed as the investigation continues.
The Source: Information in this article comes from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office.