All articles tagged with #felony assault
James Atkins of Newark was arrested for felony assault after a road rage incident where he blocked a woman's exit and pepper sprayed her, resulting in non-life-threatening injuries and a $10,000 bond.
A DOJ staffer, Sean Charles Dunn, was fired and charged with felony assault after throwing a sandwich at a federal officer in Washington D.C., amid heightened tensions over law enforcement. The incident was widely publicized, and officials emphasized strict consequences for assaulting law enforcement officers.
Former 49ers safety Jimmie Ward was arrested in Texas on a felony assault charge related to an incident at his home, involving allegations of choking and threatening a family member. He was released on bond, and the Texans are currently gathering more information.
Texans safety Jimmie Ward was arrested in Texas and faces a felony assault charge related to family violence; he remains in custody as the team gathers more information.
Jefferson County Attorney Mike O'Connell is expected to address charges against pro golfer Scottie Scheffler, suggesting the case may be dismissed. Scheffler, arrested for allegedly assaulting a police officer outside the PGA Championship, claims he was following another officer's directions. The incident, lacking body camera footage, has conflicting witness accounts. Scheffler's lawyer maintains his innocence, and the case is set for arraignment on June 3.
"Home Improvement" star Zachery Ty Bryan has been arrested in La Quinta, California, for alleged felony DUI with at least three priors and misdemeanor contempt of court. This comes after his previous arrest for felony assault in Oregon. Bryan has a history of legal issues, including past DUI arrests and a recent incident involving allegations of abuse by a woman he was romantically involved with. He has pleaded guilty to various charges and has been sentenced to probation and intervention programs.
Teen Mom alum David Eason has been charged with felony assault by strangulation in a child abuse case involving his stepson, Jace Evans. The case has been moved to superior court, and Eason was indicted on child abuse charges following an alleged attack on Jace. Despite the accusations, Eason's wife, Jenelle Evans, has publicly supported him, and she has reportedly been hit with a gag order as part of the Child Protective Services case. Jace had run away from home multiple times before the incident that led to his hospitalization, and Eason and Evans are under investigation by CPS after visible marks were found on Jace's neck and arm.
The owner of Bar:PM, an LGBTQ bar in St. Louis, has been charged with felony assault on an officer and misdemeanor resisting arrest after a police SUV crashed into the bar. The police allege that the owner, Chad Morris, screamed obscenities and struck an officer, while the bar's co-owner claims that the police came at them aggressively. Bystander video footage contradicts the police account.
Former child star Zachery Ty Bryan, known for his role in Home Improvement, has pleaded guilty to felony assault in the fourth degree constituting domestic violence. As part of a negotiated resolution, Bryan will receive 36 months of supervised probation, seven days in jail, and must adhere to conditions typical of domestic violence cases. These conditions include no contact with the victim without probation officer approval, alcohol and substance abuse treatment, and no alcohol or drug use. Bryan's legal troubles also include previous DUI arrests and a breach of contract lawsuit.
A SWAT situation in Round Rock, Texas, was contained after officers attempted to serve an arrest warrant for a suspect wanted on felony assault-family violence charges. The suspect was armed and not coming out of the residence, but there was no threat to the public. The Round Rock Police Department planned to hold a media briefing to provide more details into the incident.
A man in Woonsocket is facing a felony assault charge after injuring a teenager in a shootout. The incident occurred on Monday night, and the suspect was arrested on Tuesday. The teenager was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Shalonda Mixon, the sister of Bengals player Joe Mixon, has been indicted for tampering with evidence and obstructing justice, while her boyfriend, Lamonte Brewer, has been indicted for felonious assault, tampering with evidence, and having weapons while under disability, in connection to a shooting outside Mixon's home that injured a 16-year-old. The victim was playing "Nerf wars" when real shots were fired, and he was hit in the foot. Shalonda and Brewer were seen leaving the scene in a car, and a firearm used in the shooting was found in the trunk. Joe Mixon was carrying a firearm but did not fire any shots.