Thomas Abreu, 34, of Nashua, was arrested on Aug. 26 in connection with an alleged burglary and domestic violence. Courtesy photo/Nashua Police Department

NASHUA – Thomas Abreu, 34, of Nashua, was taken into custody on Aug. 26 in connection with an alleged burglary and domestic violence.

According to the Nashua Police Department, officers discovered that Abreu had burglarized the home of a woman whom he knew.

Further investigation allegedly showed that Abreu entered the apartment through a window and assaulted the victim. He fled the scene on foot and was placed under arrest a short time later. Police also found that a Criminal Bail Order of Protection was filed against Abreu.

He has been charged with burglary, four counts of witness tampering, two counts of domestic violence; simple assault and four counts of stalking; domestic violence.

Abreu was placed on preventive detention and was arraigned in Nashua District Court on Aug. 27.

Under state law, if convicted, he could face up to 49 years in prison, up to 25 years of probation and up to $30,000 in fines.