MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (WLNE) — Middletown and Newport police, along with the U.S. Marshals Violent Fugitive Task Force, arrested a Newport man on a litany of charges Thursday. On October 2, Zildjian Baptista allegedly broke into the home of his ex-girlfriend, entered her bedroom and pointed a gun at her and another person before leaving. Baptista was arrested at his Newport home without incident and Middletown police took custody of him, according to Middletown police. A 9mm handgun, legally owned by Baptista, was seized along with a high-capacity magazine. Baptista was arraigned in Newport Second District Court on October 3 for: Domestic violence – felony assault and/or battery Domestic violence – unlawful breaking/entering dwelling house 1st offense Carrying dangerous weapon committing crime of violence 1st offense Carrying pistol revolver without license or permit Large capacity feeding devices prohibited Child endangerment 1st offense Felony assault and/or battery Baptista pleaded not guilty and was held on $10,000 surety bail and was given a December 4 screening date. Categories: News, Rhode Island