Tioga County Man Charged with Strangulation, Assault
WELLSBORO, Pa. — A Sabinsville man is facing multiple charges, including strangulation and simple assault, following an incident in July 2025. According to court records, Justin M. Schaar, 39, of Sabinsville, has been charged with one count of M2 Strangulation – Applying Pressure to Throat or Neck, in violation of 18 Pa.C.S. § 2718(A1), one count of M2 Simple Assault, in violation of 18 Pa.C.S. § 2701(A3), and one count of M3 Harassment – Subject Other to Physical Contact, in violation of 18 Pa.C.S. § 2709(A1).
The incident allegedly occurred on July 20, 2025, in Westfield Borough, Tioga County. The arresting agency was the Mansfield Pennsylvania State Police, with Officer Justin D. Fitzwater listed as the arresting officer. Schaar’s case is currently active and awaiting a preliminary hearing, with a disposition date not yet scheduled.
Schaar’s address is listed as Sabinsville, PA 16943, and he has been advised of his right to apply for assignment of counsel. However, it is noted in the court records that he has not requested a public defender, and an application for appointment of a public defender has not been provided. Additionally, it is indicated that Schaar has not been fingerprinted.
The case is being prosecuted by the Tioga County District Attorney’s Office, with the office representing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The phone number for the district attorney’s office is listed as 570-724-1350, and their address is the Tioga County Courthouse, 118 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901.
Schaar’s bail information and conditions are not specified in the available court records. The current case status is listed as active, with a processing status of awaiting preliminary hearing as of March 2, 2026.
It is important to note that the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty. The Tioga County District Attorney’s Office is responsible for prosecuting the case.
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