Mark A. Simpson, 28, was charged Tuesday in Wayne Circuit Court with battery resulting in serious bodily injury, a Level 5 felony. The charge follows an alleged incident in Richmond, Indiana.
The Pal-Item reported that Simpson is accused of striking a woman in the face during the incident, causing her to lose consciousness. The report did not describe what preceded the confrontation or how authorities learned about it.
What the Felony Charge Means
Court records cited by the Pal-Item show the charge was filed Tuesday in Wayne Circuit Court. The report says a Level 5 felony conviction carries a potential sentence of up to six years in prison.
How Indiana law classifies the charge
According to the 2026 Indiana Code, battery is a Level 5 felony when it results in serious bodily injury. That classification describes the charge against Simpson; it does not establish that he committed the offense.
No information has been made public about a plea, an upcoming hearing, or how Simpson has responded to the allegation. The woman's current condition has also not been detailed beyond the claim that she was left unconscious following the alleged punch.
