Broome officer cut on face
A Broome police officer received lacerations to her face after she was allegedly assaulted by a 37-year-old Fitzroy Crossing woman overnight.
Police were called to a domestic dispute in Forrest Street in Broome at about 8.50pm.
A woman at the house was issued a police order not to return to the address.
About five hours later police were called back to the residence after the woman allegedly breached the order.
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As police tried to arrest the woman, she allegedly struck a female officer to the face, causing a large laceration.
The police officer required stitches for the wound. She was admitted to Broome Hospital but later discharged.
It is not known whether she will return to duty today.
A 37-year-old Fitzroy Crossing woman was charged with assault a public officer, obstruct a police officer and breach of public order.
She is due to appear in Broome Magistrates Court today.
