OHIO — A Canton woman is facing multiple charges after police say she struck an officer during a domestic disturbance investigation and later damaged property at the Stark County Jail.
Officers responded to a reported domestic disturbance on Feb. 16 in the 3rd Street SW area. According to a police report, Jade Cain and her boyfriend, Alan King, had previously been involved in issues at the residence.
When officers arrived, they encountered King’s mother outside the home, where she spoke with police about ongoing problems involving the couple. Authorities said Cain and King then exited the residence, and Cain began arguing with family members shortly afterward.
Police reported that Cain appeared to be under the influence and was unable to calm down. An officer decided to detain her and place her in a patrol cruiser while the investigation continued.
According to the report, Cain went limp and dropped to the ground while being escorted to the cruiser. Once at the vehicle, she briefly sat down and asked for a shoe. Police allege that she then swung her left hand and punched an officer in the face. Body camera footage reportedly shows the officer closing the cruiser door immediately afterward.
A second officer arrived at the scene shortly after, and Cain was transported to the Stark County Jail.
At the jail, authorities said Cain was placed in a holding cell, where she repeatedly kicked the door and struck her head against it. Police allege that she managed to slip her left hand out of her handcuffs and began striking the cell door window with the cuffs, cracking and ultimately shattering the glass.
Cain has been charged with assaulting a peace officer and vandalism. She is scheduled to appear back in court on Feb. 24.
