A Washington Township man was charged with allegedly handcuffing his girlfriend without her consent and assaulting her in their Washington Township apartment.
The alleged assault occurred on Wednesday (Jan. 3).
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Officials say, Dewitt Bunting, 31, was charged with unlawful imprisonment (15-year felony), assault with a dangerous weapon (four-year felony), possession of cocaine less than 25 grams (four-year felony), resisting and obstructing a police officer (two-year felony), felony firearm (two-year mandatory felony), and domestic violence second offense (one-year misdemeanor).
Bunting was arraigned in 42-1 Romeo District Court and received a $500,000 cash/surety bond.
If the 31-year-old makes bond, officials say he is to have no contact with the victim or apartment complex, and he must wear a GPS tether and have drug and alcohol testing.
A mental health evaluation was requested, but the judge presiding over the case declined to order one at this time.
A probable cause conference is scheduled for Tuesday (Jan. 16) at 10 a.m. and a preliminary exam is scheduled for Tuesday (Jan. 21) at 9 a.m.
“We stand firm in our commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of every individual,” said Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido. “Our pursuit of justice remains unwavering, emphasizing the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions.”