42-year-old Vernon King was charged with domestic assault after throwing a lawn chair at his child’s mother as she tried to leave.
On October 23rd, Memphis Police Officer Torres arrived at the residence of 1979 Goldbrier Lane in response to a domestic violence call. When officers arrived, Lashawnda Gatlin advised police her child’s father, Vernon King, was intoxicated, hostile, and assaulted her.
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Gatlin stated she attempted to leave the residence in her vehicle but King chased her down the driveway. He then threatened to kill her and threw a lawn chair, striking her in her lower back.
Vernon King was arrested and charged with domestic assault. He is currently jailed in lieu of a $3,500 bond.
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