A Sheriff's deputy in Hamilton County, Ohio faces a jury trial next week on counts of
domestic violence, assault, and obstruction of official business. According the Hamilton County Court, the deputy, Nicholas Rauen, was charged on May 11 after authorities were called to his home for domestic violence.
Rauen is accused of attacking his wife in their home by throwing her on the bed, climbing on top of her, shaking her, and yelling at her. When another woman came into the home to check on the couple, Rauen allegedly "flipped out" and attacked her as well, throwing her to the floor, causing her to bruise her arm and elbow.
When authorities finally arrived at the home, Rauen kicked the door shut and locked it to try to prevent the authorities from entering his home. The authorities were able to eventually open the door with a spare key. Once inside, Rauen refused to show his hands until the authorities threatened to Taser him.
911 was notified of the incident by an anonymous caller, who has yet to identify himself or herself.
Rauen and his attorney, Steven Halper, insist the deputies that arrested him are at fault, and did not have probable cause for arrest. Halper said that both he and Rauen are hopeful that the matter will be resolved in court on Tuesday.
Rauen, who works as a correction officer for the Hamilton County Sheriff's Department, has continued to work since his arrest. If convicted of the charges, Rauen could face punishment ranging from reprimand to termination.
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