By Bonnie Culverhouse

Minden Police arrested a local man on a warrant for no insurance, but the bigger charge was more serious.

DeQuincy Jones, 34, of the 700 block of Hillside Lane, Minden, was also arrested for domestic abuse battery with child endangerment.

Chief Jared McIver said Jones was taken into custody Monday around 6 p.m. as Sgt. Chris Cayer and Off. Anthony Crittenden made the arrest.

“Jones grabbed his girlfriend by the throat and neck and pulled her out of his car,” McIver said. “Once the victim was out, Jones pushed her against the car and continued choking her in front of their 1-year-old daughter.”

The victim reportedly escaped and called 911 for help.

“She had bruising on the right side of her neck,” said the chief. “She was treated and released by EMS. After she signed a complaint, Jones admitted to grabbing the victim. He also said she did not hit him or fight back in any way.”

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