Melbourne, FL (December 28, 2018) – Police say that a 30-year-old man was arrested yesterday morning after he punched a woman driver and then fled the scene. The incident took place in the 900 block of Wickham Road.
Police have identified the man as Steven S. Jackson, who punched a female driver in her vehicle around 8:11 a.m. yesterday. Police arrived, which was when Jackson fled the scene and ran through the back of many private properties to avoid officers. Officers finally caught up to and arrested Jackson where he had stolen an item in a private property.
Jackson has since been charged with battery domestic violence, resisting arrest, burglary, and many other charges. Residents in several blocks helped police nab the suspect.
Melbourne Domestic Violence Laws
Domestic violence charges
are typically charges that are taken very seriously due to their severe violent acts. If you have been previously charged with one of these crimes, it can also increase the penalties you might be facing. These charges can range anywhere from a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the circumstances of the crime, which means that you will need a solid defense to support you during this difficult time.
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