(CBS-DETROIT) – A Michigan man was arrested Wednesday evening with 40 ecstasy pills on him after police were called to investigate a domestic violence incident in Royal Oak Township.
At 7:45 p.m., troopers responded to the American Inn and Suites at 11000 W. 8 Mile Road after receiving a call from a woman reporting a domestic violence incident involving her boyfriend.
Preliminary investigation revealed that the boyfriend, a 31-year-old Detroit man, punched her in the face and body and threw a rock at her car window. Police say the man also forcibly robbed her of $300.
The woman, who refused medical treatment, told authorities that her boyfriend had walked into the hotel. They set up a perimeter with canine units and assistance from the Oak Park Police Department.
After reviewing security cameras, officers learned that the suspect had entered a room on the fourth floor of the hotel.
When the troopers entered the room, another man and a woman let them in, and they found the suspect hiding in a corner of the room.
After a short struggle, the man was arrested. Authorities reportedly found 40 ecstasy pills in his pocket.
The 31-year-old was booked into the Oakland County Jail and his case is pending review by the district attorney.
“If you are experiencing violence in your relationship, help is available for you,” said Lt. Mike Shaw. “You can call 866.VOICEDV 24 hours a day to access resources and help with ending that relationship.”
