March 28, 2024

Police blotter

Newton Police

Department

• Kermit S. Moore, 61, of Newton, was charged with domestic abuse assault at 2:37 a.m. June 10 after police were called to Perkins in reference to a domestic fight. The victim told police an argument started and Moore grabbed her right arm, causing a bruise and swelling. Moore denied the assault and said he might have pushed her back to protect himself. Moore was arrested and taken to the Jasper County Jail