On February 24, 2021, at 11:46 p.m. Gibson County Central Dispatch received a report of an ongoing fight at a residence in the 7000 block of South 1100 West. Upon arriving at the residence Deputy Garrett Tuley and Sgt. John Fischer began an investigation into the allegation. During the investigation Deputy Tuley detected the odor of alcohol on 45-year-old Joshua Painter of Newton, Illinois. After speaking with the victim and collecting statements from witnesses Deputy Tuley placed Mr. Painter into custody and transported him to the Gibson County Jail. Upon arriving at the Jail Mr. Painter was charged with Battery, Strangulation, Battery on an Officer, Resisting Law Enforcement, and Intimidation. He remains in custody on a $1500 bond.
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