A domestic relationship turned violent for a Virden woman.
Virden RCMP were called out on the morning of November 7th responding to a report of spousal assault.
24 year old Eric Gunderson of california remains in custody. He's facing numerous charges including assault with a weapon, arson with disregard to human life, wilful damage and 1 charge under the immigration refugee protection act.
Police were told the victim was assaulted over a 7 hour period. Eventually a broom was set on fire and thrown into the house, the fire was extinguished by the victim.
Police say the suspect and victim had been in a relationship since May 2010. They met through an internet dating service. The victim helped gunderson enter canada illegally.
Gunderson will be back in court on November 18th.