Christian Nevin Martin Charged with Strangulation (F2) and Simple Assault in Ephrata

On July 15, 2026, Ephrata Police charged 24-year-old Christian Nevin Martin of Ephrata with Strangulation (F2) and Simple Assault — Domestic Violence after a victim reported that Martin choked her three times earlier that day and was left unable to breathe. The victim displayed visible redness and abrasions around her neck during a report taken at the police station; a warrant for Martin remains active. Authorities ask anyone with information on Martin's whereabouts to contact the Ephrata Police Department; he is presumed innocent until proven guilty.