A Mountain View woman is facing a domestic assault charge after an alleged altercation early Thursday morning. According to a probable cause statement, officers were dispatched to a residence within the city limits of Mountain View around 2:40 a.m. on October 29 for a reported physical domestic disturbance.
Investigators allege Paula Jean Balliet shoved a woman against a wall, attempted to headbutt her, grabbed at her throat, struck her in the mouth, and bit her finger during an argument. Officers reported observing visible injuries, including blood around the victim’s lips, redness on her neck and cheek, and a bite mark on her finger.
According to court documents, officers said Balliet appeared intoxicated and was arrested on suspicion of Domestic Assault in the Third Degree. Authorities also noted that a 12-year-old child was present in the residence during the incident.
Balliet was transported to the Howell County Jail and held on a $5,000 bond. The probable cause statement was filed October 29 in Howell County Circuit Court.
