Robert Becker of Saylorsburg has been arrested by state police at the Lehighton barracks on charges of simple assault, terroristic threats and harassment.

The charges stem from an incident that happened at 2 a.m. Dec. 25 at 173 Cindy Lane, Ross Township, Monroe County.The victim is Christina Becker, 51, of Saylorsburg.Police said the charges are a result of a physical and verbal altercation between the couple.