Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) – Domestic Assault by Strangulation Arrest
Authorities in Becker County have arrested Casey Spike Bybee, 33, on a felony charge of Domestic Assault by Strangulation. Bybee was taken into custody on March 6, 2025, and remains held in Becker County Jail as he awaits his court appearance.
Arrest Details:
- Name: Casey Spike Bybee
- Age: 33
- Booking Date: 03/06/2025
- Estimated Release Date: Not available
- Charge: Domestic Assault – By Strangulation (Minnesota Statute 609.2247.2)
- Custody Status: In Jail
Understanding the Charge
- Domestic Assault by Strangulation is a serious felony in Minnesota.
- This charge applies when a person intentionally impedes someone’s breathing or circulation by applying pressure to their throat or neck or blocking their nose or mouth.
- Potential penalties include up to 3 years in prison and/or a $5,000 fine.
- Judges often impose strict conditions, including no-contact orders and mandatory counseling.
The circumstances surrounding the arrest have not yet been disclosed, but authorities emphasize that domestic assault cases are taken very seriously in Minnesota.
Casey Bybee is expected to appear in District Court soon.
What Happens Next?
- A bail hearing will determine whether Bybee remains in custody or is released on bond.
- If convicted, he could face years behind bars along with long-term restrictions, probation, and domestic violence intervention programs.
This is a developing story, and more details are expected to emerge as court proceedings unfold.
I’m Chris Harper, reporting for TRF News.
Did You Know?
- In Minnesota, Domestic Assault by Strangulation is a FELONY, unlike standard domestic assault, which is often a misdemeanor.
- Strangulation is considered a key warning sign for escalating violence in domestic cases, and studies show victims of non-fatal strangulation are seven times more likely to become homicide victims.
- Minnesota courts can impose long-term protective orders even before a conviction is secured.
Stay tuned for more updates on this case as it develops!