Michael Lara, 36, was accused of threatening a victim with a knife during an argument, according to troopers dispatched to a private residence.
Troopers investigating the menacing complaint found Lara at his residence and transported him to the Wappinger barracks.
He was issued an appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Wappinger Court on Nov. 5.
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