GAINESVILLE, Va. –Â On October 19, police say an intoxicated man was arrested after he refused to leave a 911 caller’s home as well as resisting arrest and trying to bite an officer’s hand. According to the report, there were no injuries after the incident.
Here’s the latest from Prince William police: Â
Attempted Assault & Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer [LEO] – On October 19th at 10:50AM, officers responded to a residence located in the 12800 block of Thornton Dr in Catharpin (20143) to investigate a disorderly call. The caller reported to police that the accused, a known acquaintance, was intoxicated and refusing to leave the residence. Officers arrived and made contacted with the accused outside of the home. The accused was placed under arrested and refused to cooperate with police. At one point, the accused attempted to bite one of the officers on the hand. No contact was made and no injuries were reported. The accused was eventually detained without further incident.
Arrested on October 19th:Â [No photo available]
Brian Edward LISI, 38, of 4389 Canterbury Ln in Gainesville
Charged with attempted assault & battery on a LEO, resisting arrest and intoxication in public
Court date:Â December 2, 2014Â | Bond:Â held WITHOUT bond
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