Woman Who Called for Help with Domestic Violence Ended up with Broken Jaw, Police Report Says

Woman who called for help with domestic violence ended up with broken jaw, police report says

A case report from the New Brunswick police oversight agency has drawn surprise and concern from some experts, who say police need more training in how to respond to victims of domestic violence.

Man lodged for domestic violence

John Schenck, 37, of Lakeview, was arrested for domestic violence related to an incident Wednesday evening, Nov. 19.  Officers of the Washington Township Police Department were dispatched about 9:25 p.m. to 275 Bentz St. in reference to a domestic dispute. Upon arrival, officers learned that Schenck had pushed down a family member, causing injury to their wrist after an argument ensued over a bedroom. The victim sustained minor injuries to their…