A Richlands woman faces felony and misdemeanor charges following an alleged domestic assault on Jan. 5, 2026, according to court records and arrest warrants.
Renee Evelyn Jacobs, 61, was arrested that day by the Onslow County Sheriff’s Office and charged with felony assault by strangulation and a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.
According to the arrest warrants, Jacobs is accused of placing both hands around the alleged victim’s neck, causing scratches, breathing difficulty, and a raspy voice. The person also reported pressure around the neck and trouble swallowing.
The documents allege Jacobs pushed the individual over a couch, struck him in the head with a picture frame, and continued choking him.
Jacobs remained in custody at the Onslow County Detention Center without bond. Her first court appearance was scheduled for Jan. 6, 2026, at the Onslow County Courthouse.
