A local man was arrested Friday after authorities responded to a reckless driving report and discovered evidence of domestic battery against a pregnant woman.
According to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called on March 7 regarding a reckless driver reportedly speeding and traveling on the wrong side of the road. The call came from a passenger inside the vehicle, later identified as Darlene Stroud.
Deputies used investigative techniques to track the call to a residence, where they made contact with William Greer. Upon speaking with Stroud, deputies learned that she and Greer, her live-in boyfriend of five years, had gone to dinner earlier that evening. Stroud reported that Greer became belligerent at the restaurant after drinking and was asked to leave. She stated that during their drive home, he drove erratically, leading her to call 911.
During the drive, Stroud alleged that Greer struck her in the eye with the back of his hand while they were arguing. She also informed deputies that she was nine months pregnant. Authorities noted a visible purple contusion under her left eye.
When interviewed, Greer denied the allegations, stating that Stroud had become upset over her food at dinner. He admitted to leaving the restaurant but claimed the argument did not escalate beyond verbal disputes. He denied reckless driving and any physical altercation.
Following the investigation, Greer was arrested and transported to the Marion County Jail on a charge of domestic battery on a pregnant person.
