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ACT Policing has charged a 30‑year‑old Kambah man following multiple alleged family violence incidents that occurred in Spence earlier this year.
In January (2026) police allege the man struck the woman several times, prevented her from leaving the home, and used a knife to threaten her.
The woman was able to contact a friend who contacted police. A short time later police arrived, but the man had fled the scene.
Following this incident, the ACT Magistrates Court issued a warrant for the man’s arrest.
In early March (2026) the man returned to the woman's address and began behaving aggressively, allegedly pushing her and threatening her with a knife.
On Tuesday, 10 March 2026, police located the man at a residence in Mitchell where he was arrested.
He will face the ACT Magistrates Court today (Tuesday 23 March 2026) charged with offences including three counts of assault, two counts of property damage, two counts of possessing an offensive weapon with intent, and one count each of choke/suffocate/strangle another person and forcible confinement.
ACT Policing stands ready to assist victims experiencing family violence.
If you are in this situation – when it is safe to do so – please contact police on 131 444 or Triple Zero (000) in an emergency, or contact a support service who can assist with crisis support, safety planning and advice.
If you require assistance, you can contact:
- Triple Zero (000) in an emergency or life-threatening situation.
- Police Assistance on 131 444 if it is a non-emergency, but you require police assistance.
- The Domestic Violence Crisis Service provides a 24-hour crisis line, advice, safety planning and information every day of the year and can be reached on 02 6280 0900.
- The Canberra Rape Crisis Centre provides a 24-hour crisis line and can be contacted on 02 6247 2525