DEXTER -- A Dexter man has been charged with assaulting his infant.

Maine State Police Lt. Aaron Turcotte says on August 7th the Dexter Police Department received a report of suspected abuse of a 7- month- old child.

According to Turcotte the infant was taken to a local hospital with serious injuries.

The Maine State Police major crimes unit was requested to lead the investigation.

On Wednesday, the victim’s father, 23-year-old Kolby Drake of Dexter was arrested.

He is being charged with aggravated assault, assault and domestic violence assault.

He is being held at the Penobscot County jail.

Anyone with information about the case is being asked to contact the Maine State Police at 973-3700 ext. 9 and speak with Detective Dana Austin.

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