Agustin Damian Jr., 25, of Manchester, was arrested on Aug. 22 for alleged stalking and violating a protective order. Courtesy photo/ Nashua Police Department

NASHUA – Agustin Damian Jr., 25, of Manchester, was taken into custody on Aug. 22 for alleged stalking and violating a protective order.

According to the Nashua Police Department, Damian was observed in the passenger seat of a vehicle during a traffic stop. Officers discovered he was the defendant in a Domestic Violence Final Order of Protection. The order stated that Damian could not be within 300 feet of the person who was driving the vehicle.

Officers also reportedly learned that on June 11, Damian was convicted of stalking; domestic violence.

He has now been charged with stalking; domestic violence (subsequent) and violating a protective order.

Damian was held without bail and was arraigned in Nashua District Court on Aug. 24.

Under state law, if convicted, he could face up to eight years in prison, up to five years of probation and up to $6,000 in fines.