Sergeant Injured In Fight With Domestic-Violence Suspect

MARIN CITY, CA – A Marin County sheriff's sergeant was hurt over the weekend in Marin City after attempting to stop a man, allegedly wanted in connection with a recent domestic-violence incident in San Rafael, according to authorities.

The sergeant was on patrol Saturday morning when he spied the suspect, who reportedly "had a cinch bag hanging around his neck," the Marin County Sheriff's Office said.

A "violent struggle" ensued, including a roll down a hill, as the sergeant and other deputies attempted to detain the male, who was trying to flee, the agency said.

The suspect eventually was stopped and handcuffed. Recovered from the cinch bag, according to the department, was a loaded .40-caliber firearm with no serial numbers.

The sergeant was treated at a local hospital for injuries sustained during the confrontation.

The suspect, who was not identified, was booked on charges of suspicion of domestic violence, firearm violations and resisting arrest.

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