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Posted: Nov 08, 2021 2:55 PMUpdated: Nov 08, 2021 2:55 PM
Bartlesville Man Charged With Domestic Abuse
A Bartlesville man is facing serious allegations stemming from a domestic incident that occurred on Sunday. Richard Purkey was charged with one count of domestic abuse by strangulation during a court appearance in Washington County on Monday.
According to an affidavit, officers were dispatched to a residence on the 300 block of 8th Street in Bartlesville. The victim claims that she and Purkey got into a verbal argument. It is alleged that the victim tried to leave the room but Purkey threw a can at her head.
Purkey then held the woman down by her throat. At a certain point she was able to escape and make contact with the police. Officers noted the victim had marks on her throat, arm and wrist as well as a lump on the back of her head. Purkey claims he had a PTSD reaction to the argument.
Bond was set at $25,000 with a condition of no contact with the alleged victim.
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