Brockville teen facing assault, forcible confinement charges against girlfriend

A 17-year-old from Brockville is facing multiple charges after a dispute with his girlfriend.

On Dec. 9, at about 7 a.m., police received a 911 call regarding a domestic dispute that was currently taking place at a residence on Perth Street.

Police attended, and learned that a female and her 17-year-old boyfriend argued over concerns in their relationship. During the argument, the male subject took possession of the female’s phone, as he was upset over a text conversation; he would not give the phone back, and when the female attempted to retrieve it, he reportedly shoved her on the bed and spit in her face. Police say shouting and insults continued; the boy spit on her again, resulting in them trading slaps to the face.

As the female attempted to leave the room, the male blocked her from doing so, police say. A struggle ensued as she tried to get out of the room and retrieve her phone. Once she became free, the police were notified. the injuries are considered non-life-threatening.

As a result, the 17-year-old, male was arrested and charged with two counts of assault and two counts of forcible confinement. He was released on an undertaking with conditions and a future court date to answer to the charges.