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Police say Saxonburg man used Christmas tree in assault on woman

Jeff Himler
By Jeff Himler
1 Min Read Dec. 8, 2022 | 3 years Ago
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An argument near Saxonburg led to a blow delivered with a Christmas tree, according to state police.

Michael Bandi, 35, of Saxonburg, is charged with harassment and simple assault in the altercation reported at 10:15 p.m. Tuesday on Oak Leaf Drive in Jefferson Township.

Police say Bandi had an argument with a Saxonburg woman that turned physical.

He is accused of striking the woman on the head with a Christmas tree.

According to court documents, Bandi was arraigned Wednesday before Judge Joseph J. Nash and was released on unsecured $10,000 bond.

Bandi faces preliminary hearing Wednesday, Dec. 14 before District Judge Susan Haggerty.

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