Man accused of attempted murder after 'violent confrontation' captured on 911 call

Sarnia police say a 56-year-old man was arrested on an attempted murder charge after officers located a woman with injuries on Monday night.

Police say a 911 call was made around 9:20 p.m., but the caller did not speak. A woman screaming and "sounds of a violent confrontation" were heard on the line, according to police.

Officers tracked the cell phone to Bentley Court in Sarnia and knocked on doors until they could find who they believe was the caller.

"At one residence, an adult female attended at the door, visibly upset, with blood-stained clothing, obvious injuries to her face, and a slash to her neck," police said in a media release Tuesday.

Police arrested a man inside the home who they say had fresh blood on him.

The woman was treated by EMS and set to hospital.

"She received bruising and numerous stitches, but is reported to be in stable condition," police stated.

According to police, the pair were in a relationship.

"Officers learned that just prior to police arrival, she had been choked multiple times, threatened, and struck with various items," police said.

The accused, whom police did not name to protect the victim's identity, is facing the following charges:

• Attempted murder.

• Assault causing bodily harm.

• Assault causing bodily harm (choking).

• Forcible confinement.

• Uttering threats.