Butcher knife allegedly used in death threat toward woman

Williamsport, Pa. — A woman allegedly held a butcher knifer over her head while threatening her partner because of suspected infidelity.

Sarah Michelle Smith of Williamsport said to the victim, “I’ll kill you,” while holding the weapon on June 25, according to the complaint. Officer Thaddeus Trafford spoke with Smith after the accuser ran from the home and called Williamsport Police.

Smith allegedly admitting to having the knife and arguing over cheating with her partner, but claimed she never threatened them. Speaking with the victim, Trafford was told about the threat made during the argument, according to his report.

Smith is being charged with terroristic threats and simple assault. Judge Christian Frey set bail at $10,000 monetary during an arraignment.

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