St. Charles Man Choked His Girlfriend During Assault, Police Say

A St. Charles man faces criminal charges after police said he choked his girlfriend March 16 at their home.

Christopher M. Nagle, 39, of the 800 block of Cunningham Avenue in St. Charles, was charged Monday with third-degree domestic assault.

St. Charles Police said Nagle took his girlfriend down to the ground and used his arms to choke the woman. She told police he squeezed her neck with his arms so it was difficult for her to breathe.

Nagle is being held in St. Charles County jail. Bail was set at $50,000, cash only. A bond reduction hearing was scheduled for Thursday, March 21.

If you have experienced or know someone who has experienced domestic or sexual violence, find resources through the Bridgeway Women’s Center by calling 877-946-6854; or call the Safe Connections 24-hour crisis hotline at 314-531-2003.

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