A 17-year-old was arrested after holding his girlfriend against her will and threatening her with a firearm during an argument, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office announced.
Detectives with the domestic violence section responded to a home in Brandon, and a local hospital after the victim was taken to a nearby hospital following the assault on June 24.
During the investigation, it was uncovered that the victim was involved in a verbal altercation with her 17-year-old boyfriend when he showed a firearm and held her against her will.
According to HCSO, during this time, he repeatedly choked, slapped, and struck her with the firearm while threatening to kill both her and members of her family.
The 17-year-old also took the victim’s phone to prevent her from calling for help.
The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
“No one should ever live in fear of someone who claims to care about them,” said Sheriff Chad Chronister. “This suspect used violence, intimidation, and a firearm to control and terrorize the victim. These are horrific acts, and we will continue to aggressively pursue those who commit domestic violence and ensure victims know they are not alone.”
Detectives recovered a firearm used during the incident, HCSO said.
The teen is currently on juvenile probation for felony firearm offenses.
The teen was arrested and charged with:
- Armed kidnapping harm or terrorize
- Armed false imprisonment
- Aggravated battery deadly weapon
- Battery
- Battery by strangulation
- Felon in possession of a firearm (juvenile conviction)
- Felon in possession of ammunition x7 (juvenile conviction)
- Tampering with a witness
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said:
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, know that help is available. If you are in immediate danger, call 911. When it is safe to do so, reach out to a trusted friend or family member, or contact The Spring of Tampa Bay’s 24/7 Crisis Hotline at (813) 247-7233.
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Source: Wfla
