Man Arrested on Assault Charges in Hanover Township

Argenis Lopez faces strangulation and assault charges after incident at apartment complex

Apr. 11, 2026 at 1:48am

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Police in Hanover Township, Pennsylvania have arrested a 44-year-old New Jersey man named Argenis Lopez on charges of strangulation, simple assault, and harassment following an incident at the Hanover Village Apartment Complex.

Why it matters

Violent crimes like assault and strangulation are serious offenses that can have significant impacts on victims and communities. This arrest highlights the ongoing efforts of local law enforcement to address public safety concerns and hold perpetrators accountable.

The details

According to police, Argenis Lopez was taken into custody by the Hanover Township Police Department on April 10, 2026 following the incident at the Hanover Village Apartment Complex. He was charged with strangulation, simple assault, and harassment, and was transported to police headquarters for processing before being transferred to the Luzerne County Correctional Facility for an overnight arraignment.

  • Argenis Lopez was arrested by Hanover Township Police on April 10, 2026.

The players

Argenis Lopez

A 44-year-old man from New Jersey who was arrested and charged with strangulation, simple assault, and harassment following an incident at the Hanover Village Apartment Complex.

Hanover Township Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that arrested Argenis Lopez and charged him with the crimes.

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What’s next

Lopez will face an overnight arraignment at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility following his arrest.

The takeaway

This arrest underscores the ongoing efforts of local police to address violent crimes and maintain public safety in the Hanover Township community.