Girlfriend triggers rescue with smartwatch during alleged domestic violence incident in ACT
Trigger warning: This article contains descriptions of domestic violence
A woman who was allegedly being held captive by her partner during a violent assault on Saturday night has raised an alarm using her smartwatch, ACT Police said.
Her partner, a 61-year-old man, was charged with a number of offences when police arrived shortly after, and faced court on Monday.
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“He demanded she leave the residence, but after she agreed he barricaded the door and allegedly refused to let her leave,” police said.
He then allegedly began “shoving and choking her repeatedly,” ACT Police said.
She was able to call emergency services using her smartwatch, and police arrived a short time later.
The 61-year-old man was arrested and charged with two counts of aggravated common assault, forcible confinement, and choking, suffocating or strangling another person.
If you or someone you know is impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit 1800RESPECT.org.au.
In an emergency, call 000.
Advice and counselling for men concerned about their use of family violence: Men’s Referral Service, 1300 766 491.
Originally published on 7NEWS
