A child tried to prevent his mother from being choked and was struck, according to police.
Here’s the full report:
Strangulation | Domestic Assault & Battery – On November 13th at 8:00PM, officers responded to a residence located in the 4000 block of Forge Dr in Woodbridge (22193) to investigate an assault. The victim, a 29 year old woman of Woodbridge, reported to police that she and the accused, a known acquaintance, were involved in a verbal altercation which escalated.
During the encounter, the accused wrapped his arm around the victim’s neck. The victim’s 7 year old son attempted to intervene and was struck by the accused. The accused eventually let the victim go before assaulting her and leaving the residence. Minor injuries were reported.
Following the investigation, the accused was located and arrested without further incident at his residence in the 14600 block of Earlham Ct.
Arrested on November 13th:
Marquise Anthony Wayne HUGHES, 25, of 14642 Earlham Ct in Woodbridge
Charged with 1 count of strangulation and 2 counts of domestic assault & battery
Court Date: Pending | Bond Held WITHOUT Bond
