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Springville Man Arrested After Choking Fiancee

Last updated on Wednesday, June 1, 2016

(SPRINGVILLE) - A Springville man was arrested Sunday after he allegedly choked and shoved his fiancee during a domestic fight.

Lawrence County Police arrested 47-year-old Stacy Bland on charges of domestic battery and strangulation.

According to Sheriff Mike Branham, officers were called to the home in the 2800 block of Old Ind. 37 just after 6 p.m. after Bland's fiancee called police. Bland had fled the home.

The woman told police Bland had been drinking when they got into an argument and allegedly grabbed her by the throat and pushed her against a counter.

The woman told police when Bland had his hands around her neck it was hard for her to breathe.

Bland had returned to the home when police arrived and was arrested.

Bland posted a $755 bond on Monday and was released from jail.

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