Nazareth man charged after woman struck during custody exchange, PFA issued
Nazareth police say a 29-year-old man struck a woman during a custody exchange on July 27; she obtained an emergency Protection from Abuse order and declined medical care.
On July 27, 2026 at 7:12 PM, Nazareth Borough Police responded to a domestic disturbance in the 100 block of South Spruce Street after a woman reported she was struck in the face while exchanging custody of a child. Officers identified 29-year-old Justin R. Urena as the male involved; the victim was escorted to the police station, obtained an emergency Protection from Abuse order and declined medical attention. The male suspect will face charges related to the incident, listed as 2709 A1 Harassment S.