Sneads, Fla. (WDNews) — A Sneads man has been arrested following a domestic altercation that police say involved holding a woman against her will.
According to Sneads Police, officers responded to the 1970 block of South Ohara Avenue after receiving a report of a domestic dispute. Investigators say James C. Murphy had become intoxicated and allegedly became belligerent when his girlfriend attempted to leave the residence.
The victim told police Murphy became upset after she refused to let him drive her to an appointment while he was intoxicated. Authorities say Murphy allegedly pinned the woman to a bed by sitting on her chest and holding her wrists.
Police say Murphy later released the victim, who then attempted to leave the home in her vehicle. Investigators say Murphy pulled her out of the car and took her keys before she ran back inside the residence and contacted police.
When officers arrived, Murphy was reportedly found asleep in the vehicle. Police said Murphy initially told officers the victim had already left the area.
However, the victim soon came outside and told officers what had happened, leading to Murphy’s arrest. He was taken into custody by Sneads Police.
No additional details about charges or bond conditions were immediately available.
