A 46-year-old Alton man allegedly struck a woman in the face with his closed fist, sprayed her in the face with Febreze, and caused more than $500 in damage to the victim’s pickup truck. The two lived in the same household, making the crime a domestic battery case. The man was charged with domestic battery, property damage, and aggravated battery, and remanded to jail, with additional conditions added for pre-trial release.
These are very serious charges with potentially serious penalties in the event of a conviction. If you are facing serious criminal charges, the most beneficial thing you can do is speak to an experienced Will County, IL criminal defense lawyer. Your attorney will comprehensively evaluate the facts and circumstances of your case, building a strong defense on your behalf.