BALDWIN, NY – A Baldwin man was arrested Sunday evening following a domestic disturbance that escalated into an altercation with police, resulting in injuries to two officers, according to the Nassau County Police Department.
Police said the incident occurred at approximately 5:36 p.m. on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at a residence on Newton Avenue in Baldwin. Officers responding to a disturbance call learned that the defendant, Harry H. Williams Jr., 64, had been involved in a verbal argument with a 64-year-old female victim. Detectives reported that the dispute escalated, with Williams allegedly pushing and slapping the victim.
Authorities said the victim called 911 out of fear for her safety, after which Williams left the scene in his vehicle. During the investigation, police said Williams returned to the residence and became increasingly agitated, yelling and screaming at responding officers. Detectives determined that Williams was intoxicated at the time.
As officers attempted to place him under arrest, police said Williams became violent and resisted, leading to a physical struggle. Two officers sustained injuries during the confrontation and were transported to a nearby hospital for evaluation and treatment.
Williams was charged with two counts of Assault in the Second Degree, Driving While Intoxicated, Harassment in the Second Degree, Resisting Arrest, and Obstructing Governmental Administration in the Second Degree. He was scheduled to be arraigned on Monday, February 9, 2026, at First District Court, located at 99 Main Street.
Key Facts and Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Incident Type | Domestic disturbance and assault |
| Date & Time | February 8, 2026 at approximately 5:36 p.m. |
| Location | Newton Avenue, Baldwin |
| Defendant | Harry H. Williams Jr., 64 |
| Victim | 64-year-old female |
| Incident Summary | Verbal argument escalated into physical assault involving pushing and slapping |
| 911 Call | Victim called police fearing for her safety |
| Suspect Actions | Left scene, later returned and became verbally aggressive toward officers |
| Intoxication Alleged | Yes |
| Officer Injuries | Two officers injured while attempting to place defendant under arrest |
| Medical Response | Injured officers transported to local hospital for evaluation and treatment |
| Charges | Assault 2nd Degree (2 counts), Driving While Intoxicated, Harassment 2nd Degree, Resisting Arrest, Obstructing Governmental Administration 2nd Degree |
| Arraignment Date | February 9, 2026 |
| Court | First District Court, Hempstead, NY |
| Investigating Unit | Nassau County Police Department – First Squad |
