A Jacksonville man was arrested Monday after deputies say his attempted getaway literally went off a cliff, sending him plunging about 20 feet into a Putnam County creek following an alleged attack on a woman.
According to First Coast News, the Putnam County Sheriff's Office said the man is accused of choking a woman before trying to run from deputies. The outlet reports deputies found him in the creek after the roughly 20-foot fall and took him into custody at the scene.
Per the Putnam County Sheriff's Office, deputies recovered the suspect from the water and arrested him on the spot. The agency has not released the man's name or details about the woman's condition, and its statement notes that the investigation remains active.
Investigation and Next Steps
Authorities are continuing to collect evidence and interview witnesses, and prosecutors will decide whether to file formal charges once the sheriff's office presents its findings, according to First Coast News. The station's coverage includes brief video and police-sourced details about the emergency response and arrest.
Legal Notes
Whether the alleged choking is ultimately charged as a felony or misdemeanor will depend on the evidence and the state attorney's review of the case. The sheriff's office has asked anyone with information to contact investigators, according to the Putnam County Sheriff's Office.
