Circleville – A woman who used a knife in a domestic incident was found guilty this week.
History:
The Circleville Police Department responded to a reported assault at a residence on Villa Drive on August 8, 2023, a Saturday evening.
Initial Investigation:
- Upon arrival, officers could not locate a suspect or victim at the scene.
- Shortly after, a male caller reported being stabbed at the same location.
Returning to the Scene:
- Officers returned and interviewed the resident, 31-year-old Tessa Trego.
- Ms. Trego initially denied any wrongdoing and made concerning statements about her willingness to use violence.
- The victim, however, reported an ongoing altercation throughout the night due to infidelity accusations.
- He described Ms. Trego chasing him with a butcher knife and hot water, culminating in him being stabbed twice in the elbow while attempting to escape.
Evidence and Arrest:
- Circleville Police investigators obtained a search warrant and discovered a blood trail leading from the laundry room, where the altercation allegedly occurred, to the front room.
- Evidence further revealed attempts to clean the scene, and the reported weapon, a butcher knife, was found freshly cleaned in the sink.
- Ms. Trego was initially arrested on an existing warrant for aggravated menacing.
Updated Charges:
- Following the investigation, Ms. Trego has been charged with felonious assault and tampering with evidence related to the domestic assault incident.
- She was taken to Pickaway County Jail.
Guilty Charges:
This week in Pickaway County Court Tessa B. Trego 31 of Villa Dr., Circleville, OH was found Guilty of Aggravated Assault and sentenced to 18 months in prison (maximum sentence), $2,500 fine.
This incident serves as a reminder of the seriousness of domestic violence and the importance of seeking help if you or someone you know is experiencing it.
