WIN MP arrested for domestic violence, threatening wife with chopper

A 31-year-old Member of Parliament (MP) from the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party has been arrested following an alleged domestic violence incident at Moruca, North West District, Region One (Barima-Waini) on Wednesday.
According to Police, the incident occurred at about 17:00h at the MP’s residence and involved his reputed wife.
While Police did not reveal the MP’s name, this publication was told that it is WIN’s MP, Deon La Cruz, who was arrested.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the couple was at home when an argument allegedly erupted and escalated into a physical altercation.
Police said that during the incident, the MP allegedly assaulted a four-year-old child, prompting the woman to intervene.
The woman further alleged that the MP dealt her several blows and pushed her to the ground, causing her to hit her head and briefly lose consciousness.
She also claimed that he later armed himself with a chopper and advanced towards her in a threatening manner, causing her to fear for her life and personal safety.
The matter was reported to the Acquero Police Station, where the woman made an official report. She was subsequently escorted to seek medical attention.
The MP was later arrested and placed into Police custody as investigations continue.