Pottawatomie County deputies arrested two people this month after what investigators describe as a violent domestic assault that left the victim seriously injured. According to the sheriff’s office, the attack was prolonged and involved actions that caused the victim to lose consciousness. Officials say the victim has been moved to a safe location, is receiving medical care while the investigation continues, and that both suspects are being held without bond.
In a Facebook update from the Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office, deputies said they located and arrested Annalyz Davis and Colt Rannals earlier this month after an investigation that established probable cause for multiple felony offenses. According to the post, the arrests were supported by victim statements, witness information, physical evidence and documented injuries, and both were booked into Pottawatomie County detention. Investigators say they will continue collecting evidence as the case is forwarded to prosecutors.
How Deputies Say The Assault Unfolded
In the Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office post, deputies described “prolonged and extremely violent actions.” They said the alleged assault involved strangulation that caused loss of consciousness, kidnapping, threats with a firearm and other acts that were intended to stop the victim from seeking help.
Arrests, Custody And The Ongoing Case
Deputies say they located and arrested Davis and Rannals in Pottawatomie County, and both remain in custody at the county detention center, held without bond. Anyone with information is asked to contact Pottawatomie County Dispatch at (405) 273-1727. The sheriff's office victim advocate can be reached through the Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office for support and resources.
Where Victims Can Find Help
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911. For confidential support, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is available 24/7 at 1-800-799-7233. Oklahoma also operates a statewide SafeLine at 1-800-522-7233 through the Oklahoma Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. The Pottawatomie County sheriff's office maintains a victim advocate who can help with safety planning and referrals.
Legal Process And Presumption Of Innocence
An arrest reflects probable cause but is not a conviction. Prosecutors review the evidence before deciding whether to file charges, and defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court, as Oklahoma County notes. The timeline for any charging decision will depend on the District Attorney's review and the specifics of the investigation.
