Police say Saxonburg man used Christmas tree in assault on woman
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.
Jeff Himler is a TribLive reporter covering Greater Latrobe, Ligonier Valley, Mt. Pleasant Area and Derry Area school districts and their communities. He also reports on transportation issues. A journalist for more than three decades, he enjoys delving into local history. He can be reached at jhimler@triblive.com.
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