Randy Frank Thomas, age 57, of Massachusetts, was charged with strangulation on Feb. 16, following a domestic disturbance with his girlfriend in Stratford.
During the incident Thomas allegedly hit and attempted to strangle her during. When officers arrived on scene they found that several items in the home were broken and the victim had obvious injuries.
Thomas immediately surrendered to officers and was subsequently taken into custody for the assault.
Thomas was charged with strangulation, assault and disorderly conduct. He was held on a $100,000 bond.
Thomas also had two outstanding warrants for violation of probation.