Man Arrested on Domestic Violence Charges in Providence

Jose Contreras, 36, charged with felony assault and other domestic violence offenses

Apr. 10, 2026 at 2:18am

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Jose Contreras, a 36-year-old Providence resident, was arrested by the Rhode Island Violent Fugitive Task Force on April 6, 2026 on an affidavit and arrest warrant from the Providence Police Department. Contreras was charged with domestic violence - felony assault, disorderly violence - disorderly conduct, and domestic violence - violation of no contact order.

Why it matters

Domestic violence is an ongoing issue in the Providence area, with the city seeing a rise in such incidents in recent years. This arrest highlights the work of law enforcement task forces to apprehend alleged perpetrators and the continued need for awareness and resources to address domestic violence in local communities.

The details

Contreras was taken into custody without incident and turned over to the Providence Police Department. The charges stem from an alleged domestic violence incident, though details about the specific allegations have not been released.

  • Contreras was arrested on April 6, 2026.

The players

Jose Contreras

A 36-year-old Providence resident who was arrested on domestic violence charges.

Rhode Island Violent Fugitive Task Force

A law enforcement task force that arrested Contreras on the outstanding warrant.

Providence Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that issued the arrest warrant and took custody of Contreras after his arrest.

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The takeaway

This arrest underscores the ongoing challenge of domestic violence in the Providence area and the importance of law enforcement collaboration and community resources to address this persistent issue.