Prescott Man Faces Multiple Charges Following Reported Firearm Assault in Nevada County

A Prescott man is facing multiple charges following an investigation into a reported assault involving a firearm in Nevada County.

According to the Nevada County Sheriff’s Department, deputies were contacted on Friday, October 23rd, 2026, after an individual reported that her boyfriend had allegedly pointed a firearm at her, made threats to kill her, taken her cellphone and prevented her from leaving.

During the investigation, authorities interviewed both the individual involved and the suspect, identified as Brenden Michael Peters, 31 of Prescott.

According to the affidavit, Peters acknowledged taking the vehicle keys, a .22-caliber rifle and the individual’s cellphone. He also reportedly told investigators that the firearm was in his truck in the sheriff’s department parking lot.

Authorities say Peters was placed on an investigative hold while the investigation continued, along with a separate investigation involving possible felony charges in Pike County.

Based on the investigation, Peters is believed to have committed the offenses of Aggravated Assault, First-Degree Terroristic Threatening and First-Degree Interference with Emergency Communications.

The allegations remain accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.