Multiple charges, including attempted murder, have been laid against an Ottawa man following a domestic incident in Belleville.
Late Friday afternoon, police responded to a report of a domestic dispute at an east-end residence.
Police heard the ongoing altercation inside the home upon arrive and forcibly entered the residence.
The door had been intentionally barricaded with a couch.
A 28-year-old man was initially arrested on charges of uttering threats to cause death, forcible confinement, assault, failing to comply with a probation order and overcoming resistance – choking.
Further investigation revealed the suspect attempted to drown the victim, resulting in the attempt murder charge.
The suspect, who is not being named to protect the identity of the victim, was held for a bail hearing.
