A Dutchess County man was arrested on Wednesday night for an alleged assault on his domestic partner.

State police say 32-year-old John Peters was charged with felony assault and a misdemeanor for criminal possession of a weapon.

Peters allegedly attacked his domestic partner with a lawn chair, causing the woman to sustain serious injuries. The injuries were not considered life-threatening.

News 12 is told the suspect resides in South Carolina and was released under bail reform on an appearance ticket.