Lansing, MI – Eric Stolberg, the Chief of Police for Reading, Michigan, was arrested late Sunday night, December 22, on charges of domestic violence following an assault investigation.
According to Hillsdale County officials, state troopers responded to a call at approximately midnight to a home on Ridge Drive in Reading Township. Upon arrival, law enforcement determined that Stolberg, 48, had assaulted his 41-year-old romantic partner.
Stolberg, a longtime law enforcement officer, was taken into custody and transported to the Hillsdale County Jail. He was later released after posting bond.
The incident is currently under investigation, with local authorities working to gather further details. Stolberg’s arrest has drawn attention, given his prominent role as the chief of police in the small town.
As of now, no further information has been provided regarding the ongoing investigation.
The Reading Police Department has not yet issued a public statement on the matter.
