A Weatherford man, Anthony Rocky Garcia Jr., has been charged with multiple felonies following a violent incident on December 4, 2024. The charges, filed in Custer County District Court, include kidnapping, burglary, assault, and violating a protective order.
Details of the Case
According to court documents, Garcia, 47, allegedly forced his way into the home of the victim and confined her against her will. Prosecutors claim he assaulted the victim, including strangulation and repeated blows to her face, in violation of a court-issued protective order.
The four charges against Garcia are as follows:
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Kidnapping: Garcia is accused of confining the victim in her home without her consent. This felony carries a potential prison sentence of up to 20 years.
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First-Degree Burglary: Prosecutors allege Garcia broke into the victim's residence with the intent to commit a crime. If convicted, he faces 7 to 20 years in prison.
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Domestic Assault and Battery by Strangulation: Garcia is charged with intentionally strangling and assaulting the victim, which carries a penalty of 1 to 3 years in prison, a fine of up to $3,000, or both.
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Violation of a Protective Order: The defendant allegedly disregarded a final protective order issued in September 2023 by entering the victim’s home and physically attacking her. This felony could result in up to 5 years in prison and fines up to $5,000.
Prior Convictions
Garcia’s criminal history includes previous convictions in California. In 2018, he was sentenced to five years, with most of the time suspended, for charges including violating a protective order and assault with a dangerous weapon. Earlier that year, he served a brief sentence for another protective order violation.
Ongoing Legal Proceedings
Garcia remains in custody while awaiting further court proceedings. The case, filed under CF-2024-276, is being prosecuted by Custer County District Attorney Angela C. Marsee. If convicted on the current charges, Garcia could face decades in prison, compounded by enhanced penalties due to his prior felony convictions.
