Man Arrested for Aggravated Battery, False Imprisonment, and Drug Paraphernalia Possession in Marion County
A Marion County man was arrested on January 5 after a physical domestic disturbance that ended with charges of aggravated battery on a pregnant person, false imprisonment, and possession of drug paraphernalia, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies responded to the scene where they found Zachary Stewart, who reported his pregnant girlfriend had punched him in the mouth but was unable to explain why. Stewart had a slightly bloody lip but offered no further details.
The victim, five months pregnant and sharing a tent with Stewart on the property, told deputies the couple had been arguing. When she attempted to leave the tent to de-escalate the situation, Stewart allegedly blocked the exit and shoved her. The victim admitted to punching him in the mouth to create space to leave.
When questioned again, Stewart confirmed he had blocked the exit but insisted, “She could have went around me.” After being read his Miranda rights, he chose to remain silent and was taken into custody.
A search of Stewart revealed a homemade metal pipe, which he admitted was for smoking marijuana. A field test, however, indicated the pipe had been used for methamphetamine.
Due to the domestic violence nature of the charges, Stewart was booked without bond.
