Man Arrested for Strangling DCS Worker After Interview with Daughter
A man was arrested after allegedly strangling a Department of Child Safety (DCS) worker nearly to death following an hour-long interview with his 9-year-old daughter. According to ABC News, De’Andre Johnson is facing multiple charges, including attempted first-degree murder and aggravated assault.
The incident, which occurred in Mesa, Arizona, was broadcast live on Facebook by Johnson. The DCS worker was conducting a routine interview with the child as part of an ongoing case. After the interview, Johnson, who was upset about the interaction, allegedly demanded to know what happened in the room and why he wasn’t given details. The situation escalated when Johnson, after initially appearing to offer a fist bump, attacked the worker.
The worker was hospitalized but has since been released. Law enforcement officials have stated that DCS workers have the right to interview children as part of their duties. The DCS agency also confirmed they will take measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
In conclusion, while it is understandable that a father may have concerns about his child’s well-being, this violent reaction is not justifiable. DCS workers have a professional responsibility to conduct these interviews, and there are appropriate channels to address any concerns. Johnson’s actions could have been handled more constructively, and a more peaceful resolution could have been reached.