GLYNDON, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – A Glyndon man faces three criminal charges following an alleged domestic assault and a drunk driving arrest in Clay County.
Authorities say a preliminary breath test showed an alcohol concentration of 0.173 before the driver allegedly refused further testing.
Jack Keith Holt Jr., 31, of Glyndon, is charged with second-degree DWI test refusal, third-degree DWI, and misdemeanor domestic assault.
Police Respond to Domestic Disturbance
According to the criminal complaint, Glyndon police responded to a domestic disturbance around 12:49 a.m. on October 25, 2026.
The woman involved reported an argument with Holt, who had been living with her.
She told investigators that Holt accused her of having a relationship with another person.
The woman believed Holt had been drinking vodka since approximately 7 a.m. the previous day.
Before officers arrived, she reported that Holt was leaving the residence in a small white passenger car.
Officer Stops Driver in Glyndon
A Glyndon police officer located and stopped the vehicle.
During the stop, Holt reportedly displayed bloodshot, watery eyes and slurred speech.
The officer also noticed a strong odor of alcohol.
Holt acknowledged arguing with the woman but denied any physical altercation.
According to the complaint, Holt displayed signs of impairment during field sobriety testing.
A preliminary breath test reportedly produced an alcohol concentration of 0.173.
Officers arrested Holt on suspicion of impaired driving and transported him to the Clay County Jail.
Driver Allegedly Refuses Official Breath Test
At the jail, Holt received Minnesota’s breath test advisory.
According to court documents, he refused to complete the evidentiary breath test.
The reported 0.173 reading came from the earlier preliminary test, not an official evidentiary test.
During the investigation, Holt reportedly admitted pouring hair conditioner on the woman.
Woman Reports Being Pushed Down Stairs
Investigators also interviewed the woman about the alleged confrontation.
She reported that Holt dumped water and hair conditioner on her during their argument.
According to the complaint, Holt also allegedly pushed or kicked her, causing her to fall down a staircase.
The woman reported landing on a stairway landing.
Officers observed that her hair appeared wet and sticky.
She also showed investigators bruising on her right arm, which she attributed to an earlier alleged bite from Holt.
Investigators documented additional bruising and red marks on her arms, legs, and ankle area.
Previous DUI Conviction Listed
The criminal complaint references Holt’s previous DUI conviction in Cass County, North Dakota.
According to court documents, that conviction occurred in 2022.
Prosecutors allege an aggravating factor in connection with the new impaired driving charges.
Three Criminal Charges Filed
Holt faces three criminal charges in Clay County District Court.
Count 1: Second-degree DWI involving refusal to submit to chemical testing under Minnesota Statute 169A.25.
Count 2: Third-degree DWI involving driving under the influence of alcohol under Minnesota Statute 169A.26.
Both DWI counts are gross misdemeanors. Each carries a maximum penalty of 364 days in jail, a $3,000 fine, or both.
Count 3: Misdemeanor domestic assault under Minnesota Statute 609.2242.
That charge carries a maximum penalty of 90 days in jail, a $1,000 fine, or both.
The case is filed under Clay County District Court number 14-CR-26-3922.
All charges remain allegations. Holt is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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