The Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office responded to a domestic violence call in the Village of Moravia, where they found a man behaving erratically and in violation of a protection order, authorities said.
Everett W. Thompson III, 34, was reportedly seen on the roof of the residence when deputies arrived. Following negotiations, Thompson came down peacefully, officials reported.
According to a press release, interviews with residents revealed a history of domestic issues between Thompson and a woman at the residence, who had a standing order of protection against him. Additionally, deputies learned that Thompson, who was already on probation from a prior incident, had allegedly attempted to break into a room within the garage using a hatchet.
Thompson was subsequently charged with aggravated family offense, a felony, as well as criminal mischief and second-degree criminal contempt, both misdemeanors. After being processed, he was transported to Cayuga County Jail, where he was held without bail.
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