A Chalan Pago man is facing serious charges after police say he violently attacked a woman during a heated argument. 

According to court documents, 48-year-old Jesse Vince Duenas allegedly assaulted, strangled, and repeatedly sat on the victim, making it difficult for her to breathe.

The report states duenas used a strap to press down on the woman’s neck, stuffed socks into her mouth to silence her, and struck her in the head with a stanley cup. 

The disturbing incident unfolded late Friday night and was witnessed by a child, who heard the victim screaming.

Police arrested Duenas shortly before 11 p.m. He's now charged with third-degree felony strangulation, family violence, and assault.